How far is Olympia, WA from Everett, WA?

The driving distance from Olympia, WA to Everett, WA is about 88.9 miles (143.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 11m 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
88.89 mi
01h 35m
Flight
72.74 mi
117.06 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
72.74 mi
Kilometers
117.06 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
88.89 mi
Kilometers
143.05 km
Drive Time
01h 35m

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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 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Everett
Thu, Apr 16, 6:44 AM PDT
Return by in Olympia
Thu, Apr 16, 8:20 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Olympia
2026-04-16T05:08
Arrive Everett
Thu, Apr 16, 6:44 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:36 AM to 11:36 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:18 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Olympia
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 Olympia
44.4 mi
00h 47m
To Everett
44.5 mi
00h 47m

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 12 mph SW
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 Olympia and Everett.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Capitol Way South

    121 m · 12 sec · Capitol Way South

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Union Avenue Southeast

    2292 ft · 1 min · Union Avenue Southeast

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Plum Street Southeast

    835 ft · 19 sec · Plum Street Southeast

  4. 4

    Take the ramp straight

    1.1 km · 1 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    27.3 mi · 34 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right

    58.4 mi · 1 hr 13 min

  7. 7

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

    1419 ft · 35 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on Broadway

    1 km · 1 min

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto Broadway

    1.5 km · 2 min · Broadway

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue

    39 m · 3 sec · Hewitt Avenue

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Hewitt Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Plum Street Southeast
86.5 mi · 97%
Broadway
1.57 mi · 2%
Union Avenue Southeast
0.43 mi
Everett City Center
0.27 mi
Capitol Way South
0.08 mi
Hewitt Avenue
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

Plum Street Southeast

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 35m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.1 mi
72.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Des Moines
00h 47m from Olympia
Leave By
3:18 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Olympia 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 Olympia to Everett?

The road trip is about 88.9 miles (143.1 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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 44.4 miles from Olympia and 44.5 miles from Everett.

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

The direct path is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 3:18 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.43 one way or $32.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Olympia and Mostly Sunny 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 11.7 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 6.7 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 6.6 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 8.4 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 Olympia and Everett. Straight-line distance: 72.74 mi (117.06 km).

Olympia

#1 Olympia

The capital of Washington state.

Population53,620
Coordinates47.0378700, -122.9007000
Altitude29
CountryUnited States
Everett

#2 Everett

The most populous city in Snohomish County, Washington.

Population112,482
Coordinates47.9789800, -122.2020800
Altitude25
CountryUnited States
Start: Capitol Way Southeast (-122.900786, 47.037869)
End: Hewitt Avenue (-122.202074, 47.979227)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 143 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.14 gal
11.87 L · about $16.43
Round trip
$32.86
6.28 gal · 23.74 L
Estimated CO2
27.9 kg one way
Round trip: 55.8 kg / 123 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $16.43 $32.86
Mid-grade $5.57 $17.48 $34.96
Premium $5.77 $18.12 $36.24
Diesel $5.47 $17.17 $34.33

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 Olympia and Everett. The current time is 05:08:15.

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.