How far is Lacey, WA from Everett, WA?

The driving distance from Lacey, WA to Everett, WA is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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
85.78 mi
01h 32m
Flight
71.42 mi
114.94 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
71.42 mi
Kilometers
114.94 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
85.78 mi
Kilometers
138.05 km
Drive Time
01h 32m

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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 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Everett
Wed, Apr 22, 7:39 PM PDT
Return by in Lacey
Wed, Apr 22, 9:11 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lacey
2026-04-22T18:07
Arrive Everett
Wed, Apr 22, 7:39 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:32 AM to 11:32 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:26 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lacey
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
Des Moines
WA

City in Washington

From Lacey
42.8 mi
00h 46m
To Everett
42.9 mi
00h 46m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph SW
Destination
57°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lacey and Everett.

  1. 1

    Start on College Street Southeast

    1.6 km · 2 min · College Street Southeast

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Martin Way East

    1564 ft · 34 sec · Martin Way East

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward I 5 North: Seattle, Tacoma

    990 ft · 24 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    24 mi · 30 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right

    58.4 mi · 1 hr 13 min

  6. 6

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

    1419 ft · 35 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Broadway

    1 km · 1 min

  8. 8

    Turn straight onto Broadway

    1.5 km · 2 min · Broadway

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue

    39 m · 3 sec · Hewitt Avenue

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Hewitt Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lacey 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
10 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 North
82.6 mi · 96%
Broadway
1.57 mi · 2%
College Street Southeast
1 mi · 1%
Martin Way East
0.3 mi
Everett City Center
0.27 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 32m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.4 mi
71.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Des Moines
00h 46m from Lacey
Leave By
3:26 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Lacey and Light Rain Likely near Everett.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lacey to Everett?

The road trip is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?

Des Moines is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.8 miles from Lacey and 42.9 miles from Everett.

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

The direct path is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 3:26 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.86 one way or $31.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Lacey and Light Rain Likely near Everett.

Stop Ideas Near Des Moines

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 Des Moines and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 13 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 5.2 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 8 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 Covington
Meeting point 8.9 mi away

City of Covington

Covington , WA
16720 SE 271st St, Covington, WA 98042
Rating 4.2/5 5 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Des Moines.

RAIL

Tukwila station

9 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

19 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

King Street Station

22 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

24 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lacey and Everett. Straight-line distance: 71.42 mi (114.94 km).

Lacey

#1 Lacey

The most populous city in Thurston County, Washington.

Population54,178
Coordinates47.0342600, -122.8231900
Altitude62
CountryUnited States
Everett

#2 Everett

The most populous city in Snohomish County, Washington.

Population112,482
Coordinates47.9789800, -122.2020800
Altitude25
CountryUnited States
Start: College Street Southeast (-122.823244, 47.034261)
End: Hewitt Avenue (-122.202074, 47.979227)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 138 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 13m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.03 gal
11.46 L · about $15.86
Round trip
$31.71
6.06 gal · 22.92 L
Estimated CO2
26.9 kg one way
Round trip: 53.9 kg / 119 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $15.86 $31.71
Mid-grade $5.57 $16.87 $33.74
Premium $5.77 $17.49 $34.97
Diesel $5.47 $16.57 $33.13

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Lacey and Everett. The current time is 18:07:14.

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.