How far is Gig Harbor, WA from Everett, WA?

The driving distance from Gig Harbor, WA to Everett, WA is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
72.26 mi
01h 19m
Flight
48.22 mi
77.6 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
48.22 mi
Kilometers
77.6 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
72.26 mi
Kilometers
116.29 km
Drive Time
01h 19m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Everett
Thu, Apr 16, 2:26 PM PDT
Return by in Gig Harbor
Thu, Apr 16, 3:46 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gig Harbor
2026-04-16T13:06
Arrive Everett
Thu, Apr 16, 2:26 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:20 AM to 11:20 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:50 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gig Harbor
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Tukwila
WA

City in Washington

From Gig Harbor
36.1 mi
00h 39m
To Everett
36.2 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 8 mph SSW
Destination
55°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gig Harbor and Everett.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gig Harbor and Everett.

  1. 1

    Start on Harborview Drive

    57 m · 9 sec · Harborview Drive

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Pioneer Way

    1.3 km · 2 min · Pioneer Way

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    1233 ft · 32 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    9.6 mi · 12 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    1.5 km · 2 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle

    683 ft · 17 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    1356 ft · 19 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right

    58.4 mi · 1 hr 13 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of Everett

    1419 ft · 35 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Broadway

    1 km · 1 min

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto Broadway

    1.5 km · 2 min · Broadway

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue

    39 m · 3 sec · Hewitt Avenue

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Hewitt Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gig Harbor and Everett.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
13 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 North
58.8 mi · 81%
Pioneer Way
11.5 mi · 16%
Broadway
1.57 mi · 2%
Everett City Center
0.27 mi
Harborview Drive
0.04 mi
Hewitt Avenue
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

I 5 North

Keep slight right

58.4 mi · 01h 13m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 19m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.1 mi
48.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tukwila
00h 39m from Gig Harbor
Leave By
3:50 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Gig Harbor and Mostly Sunny near Everett.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gig Harbor to Everett?

The road trip is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km) and usually takes 01h 19m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Tukwila is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.1 miles from Gig Harbor and 36.2 miles from Everett.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:50 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.34 one way or $26.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gig Harbor and Mostly Sunny near Everett.

Stop Ideas Near Tukwila

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Tukwila and the surrounding midpoint area.
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 0.8 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 13.7 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Auburn
Meeting point 13.7 mi away

City of Auburn

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 3.9/5 15 reviews City Hall,City government office
Auburn Community & Event Center
Nearby stop 14.3 mi away

Auburn Community & Event Center

Auburn , WA
Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration Building, 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002
Rating 4.5/5 84 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tukwila.

RAIL

Tukwila station

2 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

15 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

17 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

28 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gig Harbor and Everett. Straight-line distance: 48.22 mi (77.6 km).

Gig Harbor

#1 Gig Harbor

City in Pierce County, Washington, United States

Population10,873
Coordinates47.3292600, -122.5801300
Altitude9
CountryUnited States
Everett

#2 Everett

The most populous city in Snohomish County, Washington.

Population112,482
Coordinates47.9789800, -122.2020800
Altitude25
CountryUnited States
Start: Harborview Drive (-122.580129, 47.329262)
End: Hewitt Avenue (-122.202074, 47.979227)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 116 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 54m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.55 gal
9.65 L · about $13.34
Round trip
$26.69
5.1 gal · 19.3 L
Estimated CO2
22.7 kg one way
Round trip: 45.3 kg / 100 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $13.34 $26.69
Mid-grade $5.57 $14.20 $28.39
Premium $5.77 $14.72 $29.43
Diesel $5.47 $13.94 $27.88

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Gig Harbor and Everett. The current time is 13:06:44.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.