Origin
Everett, WA
Night in Everett on Saturday
Local time
9:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Everett, WA to Lofall, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
75.9 mi
122 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lofall, WA
Rui Dias
Trip Overview
This 75.9-mile drive from Everett, WA to Lofall, WA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 17 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for exploring the Pacific Coast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a fairly direct journey between these two Washington locations. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so it’s a straightforward drive that doesn’t require an overnight stop. This trip offers a practical way to travel between points within the same coastal region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.9 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 28.7 mi | 35m |
| State Highway 3 Northwest | 19.3 mi | 24m |
| Southeast Sedgwick Road | 7.2 mi | 13m |
| Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry | 4.8 mi | 29m |
| State Highway 16 Southwest | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Fauntleroy Way Southwest | 3.7 mi | 10m |
| West Seattle Bridge | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 3 West | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 28.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Lofall, WA.
1
Start on Hewitt Avenue
128 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hewitt Avenue
2
Turn right onto Broadway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
3
Take the ramp
156 ft
·
3 sec
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 5 South
5
Merge onto I 5
29 mi
·
35 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 163A
Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
8
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Seattle Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street
171 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest Barton Street
11
Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
12
Turn straight onto WA 160
4.8 mi
·
29 min
·
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
13
Continue on WA 160
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Southworth Ferry
14
Continue on WA 160
7.2 mi
·
13 min
·
Southeast Sedgwick Road
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Bremerton
16
Merge onto WA 16
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 16 Southwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on WA 16
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 3 West
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on WA 3
19 mi
·
24 min
·
State Highway 3 Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto Pioneer Way Northwest
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Pioneer Way Northwest
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Lofall Road Northwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lofall Road Northwest
21
Continue on Northwest Lofall Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Northwest Lofall Road
22
Arrive at destination
Northwest Lofall Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 17 minute duration, starting your drive in the morning is a good strategy to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. With no specific stops recommended, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before heading out, as the estimated $16 cost suggests a straightforward fuel consumption pattern. The longest stretch on I-5 means you'll have a significant period of consistent driving, so plan for any necessary breaks before or after this segment. This route's direct nature allows for a relaxed pace, so don't feel rushed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.9 miles from Everett, WA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.9 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lofall, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Everett, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Everett, WA
This is one driving day of about 75.9 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Everett, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 28.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 74.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 5 South
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
30.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 163A
Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way
6
30.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
6
74.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
Pioneer Way Northwest
Turn left onto Pioneer Way Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.89 one way
$31.77 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $16.66 | $33.32 |
| premium | $5.77 | $17.24 | $34.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lofall, WA
Night in Lofall on Saturday
Local time
9:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 71% of this journey. You'll begin on I-5, encountering the longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.7 miles on this interstate. The route then transitions to State Highway 3 Northwest and Southeast Sedgwick Road, offering a mix of faster-paced driving and potentially more local road conditions. While largely on well-traveled routes, the shift in road types means the driving feel will evolve as you progress towards Lofall. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a functional drive utilizing key roadways.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.7 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and State Highway 3 Northwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 75.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Everett, WA
Full guide →Everett is a city in the Puget Sound region of Washington State, 28 mi (45 km) north of Seattle at the edge of its metropolitan area. The city supports one of Boeing's oldest and largest airplane manufacturing centers, which includes the world's largest building by volume.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 75.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.7 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lofall, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lofall, WA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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