Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
42.1 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Everett, WA
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Southworth, WA
JOHN CALLERY
This 42.1-mile drive from Everett, WA to Southworth, WA is a straightforward, single-day journey totaling about 1 hour and 27 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-5 and then transitioning to the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, this route offers a practical way to navigate between these two points within the Pacific Coast region. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for a quick trip. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the highway, making it a convenient option for those looking for a direct and efficient commute rather than an extended scenic tour.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 28.7 mi | 35m |
| Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry | 4.8 mi | 29m |
| Fauntleroy Way Southwest | 3.7 mi | 10m |
| West Seattle Bridge | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Broadway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Southworth Ferry | 0.3 mi | 2m |
| Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Barton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
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
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Southworth, WA.
Start on Hewitt Avenue
Turn right onto Broadway
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street
Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
Turn straight onto WA 160
Continue on WA 160
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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.
A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 42.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight right at fork toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$9.33 one way
$18.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.91 | $9.79 | $19.57 |
| premium | $6.08 | $10.08 | $20.15 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $8.87 | $17.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Everett on Wednesday
Local time
2:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 12:07PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Afternoon in Southworth on Wednesday
Local time
2:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 12:07PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the drive taking place on interstates and major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.7 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace. While much of the journey is on fast-moving highway, the latter part involves navigating local roads like Fauntleroy Way Southwest before reaching the ferry terminal. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.1 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
662 ft
Total Descent
671 ft
Highest Point
550 ft
~9 mi in
Elevation Range
552 ft
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
Southworth is a town on the Kitsap Peninsula in the Puget Sound of Washington state. It's ferry terminal to West Seattle and Vashon Island make it a gateway to Port Orchard and the rest of the Kitsap Peninsula. An important living source for the Suquamish Indians in the 19th century, Southworth became a vacation retreat in the 20th century for Seattle residents. Docks constructed to serve the Mosquito Fleet vessels and private boat owners at the northern end of Colvos Passage before roads were developed in the 1920s now await the large state ferries bound for West Seattle and Vashon Island.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 42.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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