Origin
Issaquah, WA
Morning in Issaquah on Sunday
Local time
7:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Issaquah, 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
58m
Distance
44.5 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Issaquah, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Marysville, WA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 44.5-mile drive from Issaquah, WA to Marysville, WA will take you about 58 minutes, making it an easy day trip. Primarily utilizing I-405 and I-5, this route is almost entirely highway, with 94% of the journey on major interstates. You can expect a fuel cost of around $9 for this relatively short hop across the Pacific Coast region. Given its brevity and focus on interstate travel, there's no need for an overnight stop; you'll be at your destination with plenty of time to spare. It's a practical option for connecting these two Washington communities efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 18.4 mi | 23m |
| I 5 | 16.1 mi | 20m |
| I 90 | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| East Sunset Way | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| State Avenue | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 18.4 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Issaquah, WA and Marysville, WA.
1
Start on East Sunset Way
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Sunset Way
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 90 West
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto I 90
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 405
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 405
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
16 mi
·
20 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 199
Toward WA 528 East: Marysville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto WA 528
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto WA 529
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
State Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
WA 529
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 22.3 miles from Issaquah, 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 0.6 and 44 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 90 West
8
8.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett
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.
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
8
8.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
7
27.4 mi into trip
|
~36m 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
44 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
$9.31 one way
$18.63 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| premium | $5.77 | $10.11 | $20.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.83 | $19.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Morning in Marysville on Sunday
Local time
7:55 AM
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
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
58m 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 most of this 44.5-mile trip. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, with a substantial 94% of the drive being on these high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.4 miles on I-405. While it's a highway-centric route, transitions between I-405 and I-5 are smooth and designed for efficient travel. The character remains consistent, prioritizing directness over scenic detours.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.4 mi on I 405.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 44.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Issaquah, WA and Marysville, WA, road signs point toward Everett, Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.
Everett
8.3 mi in
|
~11m
Bellevue
8.5 mi in
|
~12m
Vancouver British Columbia
27.4 mi in
|
~36m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 44.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.4 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 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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