This 90.2-mile journey from Yelm, WA to Everett, WA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes to complete. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 84% of the drive on major roadways, making for a straightforward commute. You can expect a fuel cost of around $19 for this drive. Given the relatively short distance and duration, it's a flexible option for a day trip, allowing for spontaneous detours or early arrivals. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you'll be experiencing a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.1 miles from Yelm, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
74.8 mi
1h 33m
Yelm Highway Southeast
4.3 mi
7m
Reservation Road Southeast
2.7 mi
4m
Nisqually Road Southwest
2.1 mi
4m
Old Pacific Highway Southeast
1.7 mi
3m
Broadway
0.9 mi
1m
WA 510 Alternate
0.9 mi
1m
West Yelm Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 74.8 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yelm, WA and Everett, WA.
1
Start on this road
54 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto North 1st Street
164 ft·7 sec·North 1st Street
3
Turn right onto WA 510
0.7 mi·1 min·West Yelm Avenue
4
Turn right onto Killion Road Southeast
0.6 mi·1 min·Killion Road Southeast
5
Turn left onto WA 510 Alt
0.9 mi·1 min·WA 510 Alternate
6
Enter roundabout onto WA 510
129 ft·2 sec·Yelm Highway Southeast
7
Continue on WA 510
4.2 mi·7 min·Yelm Highway Southeast
8
Enter roundabout onto WA 510
98 ft·1 sec·Saint Clair Cutoff Road Southeast
9
Continue on WA 510
0.2 mi·20 sec·Saint Clair Cutoff Road Southeast
10
Enter roundabout onto Reservation Road Southeast
23 ft·0 sec·Reservation Road Southeast
11
Continue on Reservation Road Southeast
2.7 mi·4 min·Reservation Road Southeast
12
At end of road, turn right onto Old Pacific Highway Southeast
1.7 mi·3 min·Old Pacific Highway Southeast
13
Continue on Nisqually Road Southwest
2.1 mi·4 min·Nisqually Road Southwest
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 5 North: Tacoma, Seattle
15
Merge onto I 5
16 mi·20 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
58 mi·1 hr 13 min·I 5
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 192Toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of EverettUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward BroadwayUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto Broadway
0.9 mi·1 min·Broadway
20
Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue
128 ft·2 sec·Hewitt Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Hewitt Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 90.2-mile drive, departing Yelm, WA in the morning will help you avoid potential afternoon traffic heading into Everett, WA. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's wise to fill up before you leave Yelm, as the longest stretch without a significant break from the highway is 74.8 miles on I-5. Since this is a short, single-day trip, you have the flexibility to leave when convenient. Keep an eye on the traffic reports for I-5, as this is a common corridor for commuters and can experience delays, especially during peak hours.
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 45.1 miles from Yelm, WA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.8 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 20 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 1h 5m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Everett, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yelm, 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 Yelm, WA
This is one driving day of about 90.2 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Yelm, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 74.8 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 88.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
6.7 mi into trip|~13m in|Reservation Road Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Reservation Road Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
9.5 mi into trip|~17m in|Old Pacific Highway Southeast
At end of road, turn right onto Old Pacific Highway Southeast
Navigation decision point
6
30 mi into trip|~46m in|I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
88.4 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of 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 192
Toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port...
7
88.6 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Broadway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Broadway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.88 one way
$37.76 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$19.80
$39.60
premium
$5.77
$20.48
$40.97
diesel
$5.61
$19.92
$39.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.1
0
$9.47
$4.33
Efficient EV
22.6
0
$7.89
$3.61
EV Truck/SUV
36.1
0
$12.63
$5.77
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Yelm, WA
Evening
in Yelm on Saturday
Local time
7:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Everett, WA
Evening
in Everett on Saturday
Local time
7:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°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
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 2m 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.
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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 90.2-mile drive, with 84% of the route utilizing major roads like I-5. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is a significant 74.8 miles on I-5, indicating long periods of consistent speed. While much of the drive will be on the interstate, the initial and final segments will involve local roads such as Yelm Highway Southeast and Reservation Road Southeast. This mix means you'll transition from potentially more varied local scenery to the efficiency of the main highway.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.8 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Yelm Highway Southeast. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near Reservation Road Southeast.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 6.7 miles (Reservation Road Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.5 miles (Old Pacific Highway Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 30 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Yelm, WA to Everett, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Seattle along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 90.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.8 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 Everett, 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 6.7 miles (Reservation Road Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.5 miles (Old Pacific Highway Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 30 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Everett, WA before heading back.
