Origin
Fairwood, WA
Night in Fairwood on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairwood, WA to Marysville, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
47.2 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairwood, WA
Harrison Reilly
Marysville, WA
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Trip Overview
Fairwood, WA to Marysville, WA is 47.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 3 minutes via I 405 and I 5, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily sticks to major highways, making it a straightforward journey between two points in Washington's Pacific Coast region. Expect an 88% highway drive, which means you'll spend most of your time on faster-moving roads. It's a practical option if you need to get from one area to the other efficiently without much fuss. Plan for this to be a simple, direct transit rather than a destination in itself.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 25.6 mi | 31m |
| I 5 | 16.1 mi | 20m |
| Maple Valley Highway | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| 140th Avenue Southeast | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 172nd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 139th Place Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 171st Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 25.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairwood, WA and Marysville, WA.
1
Start on Southeast 172nd Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Southeast 172nd Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto 139th Place Southeast
313 ft
·
16 sec
·
139th Place Southeast
3
Turn sharp right onto Southeast 171st Place
219 ft
·
16 sec
·
Southeast 171st Place
4
Turn left onto 140th Avenue Southeast
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
140th Avenue Southeast
Use the left / right lanes.
5
At end of road, turn left onto WA 169
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Maple Valley Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 405
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 405
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 5
16 mi
·
20 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 199
Toward WA 528 East: Marysville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto WA 528
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto WA 529
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
State Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
WA 529
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Fairwood, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 46.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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139th Place Southeast
At end of road, turn left onto 139th Place Southeast
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Southeast 171st Place
Turn sharp right onto Southeast 171st Place
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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140th Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto 140th Avenue Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
30 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Co...
7
46.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward WA 528 East: Marysville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 199
Toward WA 528 East: Marysville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $10.36 | $20.72 |
| premium | $5.77 | $10.72 | $21.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Marysville, WA
Night in Marysville on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 3m 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?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey on major freeways. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the 47.2 miles, including a significant stretch of 25.6 miles on I 405. Expect smooth sailing on these interstates, allowing for a quick transit. While the main roads are I 405 and I 5, Maple Valley Highway also plays a role, potentially offering brief glimpses of local scenery before you merge back onto faster routes. The overall character is one of efficient travel, prioritizing speed and directness.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.6 mi on I 405.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 139th Place Southeast.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (139th Place Southeast): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (Southeast 171st Place): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (140th Avenue Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fairwood, WA to Marysville, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Vancouver British Columbia along the way.
Vancouver British Columbia
30 mi in
|
~41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 47.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.6 miles on I 405. 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 Marysville, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (139th Place Southeast): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (Southeast 171st Place): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (140th Avenue Southeast): 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 Marysville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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