Everett to Seabeck is 70 miles and takes about 2h 14m via I 5 and State Highway 3 Northwest, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Pacific Coast route stays within Washington State, offering a straightforward trip. Expect a mix of freeway cruising and more local road travel as you approach your destination. It's a manageable drive, suitable for a single day, with a modest fuel cost.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
28.7 mi
35m
Southeast Sedgwick Road
7.2 mi
13m
State Highway 3 Northwest
6.6 mi
8m
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
4.8 mi
29m
Seabeck Highway Northwest
4.6 mi
9m
State Highway 16 Southwest
3.7 mi
5m
Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi
10m
Northwest Newberry Hill Road
3.1 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 28.7 mi, about 35m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 75 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~6,089 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~545 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Seabeck, 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 163AToward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian WayUse 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
6.6 mi·8 min·State Highway 3 Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·53 sec
Exit 43Toward Newberry Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Northwest Newberry Hill Road
3.1 mi·5 min·Northwest Newberry Hill Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
At end of road, turn right onto Seabeck Highway Northwest
4.6 mi·9 min·Seabeck Highway Northwest
Use the right lane.
22
Turn left
280 ft·26 sec
23
At end of road, turn left onto Lagoon Drive Northwest
266 ft·20 sec·Lagoon Drive Northwest
24
Turn right
89 ft·7 sec
25
Turn right
189 ft·13 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour drive, departing mid-morning should allow you to avoid the worst of any commuter traffic, especially on I 5. With only 70 miles, you have flexibility with stops; consider a brief break near the 28.7-mile mark on the interstate if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15, and plan to refuel before you leave Everett if you prefer a full tank. The transition from highway to surface roads will be the most noticeable change in driving pace.
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 35 miles from Everett, WA, or about 49m 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 15 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seabeck, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Everett, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 70 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 30.4 and 65.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
7
61.8 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward Newberry Hill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward Newberry Hill Road
6
62.2 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|Northwest Newberry Hill Road
Turn left onto Northwest Newberry Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
65.3 mi into trip|~2h 4m in|Seabeck Highway Northwest
At end of road, turn right onto Seabeck Highway Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.51 one way
$31.02 round trip
$5.63/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.91
$16.27
$32.55
premium
$6.08
$16.76
$33.51
diesel
$5.35
$14.74
$29.49
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: 24.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21
0
$7.35
$3.36
Efficient EV
17.5
0
$6.13
$2.80
EV Truck/SUV
28
0
$9.80
$4.48
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Everett, WA
Afternoon
in Everett on Wednesday
Local time
2:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Cloudy
WSW 2 to 6 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 12:07PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Seabeck, WA
Afternoon
in Seabeck on Wednesday
Local time
2:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Cloudy
SSE 5 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 12:07PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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
2 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 14m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 70-mile drive involves 59% highway travel, with the longest stretch of continuous freeway at 28.7 miles on I 5. You'll transition from the high-speed environment of I 5 to surface roads like Southeast Sedgwick Road and State Highway 3 Northwest. Expect some merging and denser traffic as you exit the main interstate.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 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?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 15 significant decision points across 70 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 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
521 ft-2 ft
Total Climb
1,483 ft
Total Descent
1,534 ft
Highest Point
521 ft
~65 mi in
Elevation Range
523 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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.
Top landmarks
•Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour — Boeing
•Equator — 1888 two-masted pygmy trading schooner
•Everett High School — high school in Everett, Washington
Seabeck is a historic mill community located on the Kitsap Peninsula in the Puget Sound of Washington state. Seabeck, once a bustling seaport that dwarfed Seattle in population and size, has few traces remaining of its early logging years.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 70 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Seabeck, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Seabeck, WA before heading back.
