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MukilteoMukilteo, Washington
Give Mukilteo one night, or a half-day between the ferry and the Boeing tour: the waterfront and lighthouse take 2–3 hours, not a weekend.
Mukilteo is a small Puget Sound waterfront town wrapped around the Whidbey Island ferry terminal, with Boeing's wide-body plant and Paine Field next door. Most travellers pass through on the 20-minute crossing or stop for the lighthouse park and the Future of Flight museum. It works as a quiet base for North Sound, not as a destination on its own.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Nov–Feb (rain, short days); summer weekends for ferry queues
- Airports
- PAE · SEA
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Mukilteo911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Washington State Ferries information206-464-6400
- Community Transit425-353-7433
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Mukilteo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyMukilteo is a low-crime small town; the real risks are wet roads, ferry-terminal traffic and cold water at the beach.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 206-464-6400 Washington State Ferries information · 425-353-7433 Community Transit
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPAE Paine Field / Snohomish County Airport (About 8.5 mi south of Everett, roughly 10 min from Mukilteo by car…
- Getting aroundA car is the practical choice: sights sit 3–5 km (1.9–3.1 mi) apart along Mukilteo Speedway (WA-525).A car is the practical choice: sights sit 1.9–3.1 mi (3–5 km) apart along Mukilteo Speedway (WA-525).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$4–6
- Beerdraught in a pub$7–9
- SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a week$10–25
- Budget bedHostel or budget motel bed, a night, per personUS$45
- Mid-range bedChain-hotel double room, a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bedChain-hotel double room, a night, per roomUS$320
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$150 · High US$260
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PAE Paine Field / Snohomish County Airport (About 8.5 mi south of Everett, roughly 10 min from Mukilteo by car; limited commercial flights (check current routes).) · SEA Seattle–Tacoma International (About 72 km (45 mi) south; 45–75 min by car outside rush hour, longer in traffic.)PAE Paine Field / Snohomish County Airport (About 8.5 mi south of Everett, roughly 10 min from Mukilteo by car; limited commercial flights (check current routes).) · SEA Seattle–Tacoma International (About 45 mi (72 km) south; 45–75 min by car outside rush hour, longer in traffic.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Dec (19 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mukilteo: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
18 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
15 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
17 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
14 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
11 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
9 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
9 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
15 rd
Nov
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
18 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
19 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
A car is the practical choice: sights sit 3–5 km apart along Mukilteo Speedway (WA-525). Community Transit route 117 links the ferry terminal to Lynnwood City Center Station (Link light rail to Seattle); Everett Transit route 18 runs to Everett Station. The Sounder commuter train stops at Mukilteo on weekdays only.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 1 h to Clinton
Washington State Ferries from Mukilteo Terminal, 20 min crossing, departures about every 30 min
Walk-on passengers pay round trip; vehicles pay one way and queue in summer.
Door to door: 20–30 min by car
Car via Mukilteo Blvd or WA-526; Everett Transit route 18 to Everett Station
Downtown Everett for the waterfront, museums and the train station.
Door to door: 20–30 min
Car south on Mukilteo Speedway and WA-99; Sounder train on weekdays
Ferry to Kingston, beach and a compact downtown.
Lynnwood
goDoor to door: About 30–40 min
Community Transit route 117 to Lynnwood City Center Station
Transfer to Link light rail for Seattle.
Camano Island
cautionDoor to door: About 1 h
Car north via I-5 and WA-532
Needs a car; state parks and beaches, few services.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Mukilteo waterfront (Front St)
Walk to the lighthouse, ferry and restaurants; the Silver Cloud is the only hotel on the water.
Harbour Pointe
Quieter residential area south of the centre, 5–10 min drive to the ferry; good for parking and longer stays.
Paine Field / Mukilteo Speedway
Chain hotels near the Boeing tour and the freeway; best if you have a car and an early flight or tour.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–110 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–190 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Chain-hotel double room1 × 1 night × US$180 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$150 | US$300 |
| Ferry, walk-on adult round trip2 × US$13 · check | US$26 |
| Ferry, standard car and driver one way1 × US$28 · check | US$28 |
| Future of Flight admission2 × US$30 · check | US$60 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × US$15 | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$62 |
| Trip total≈ US$343 per person per day, bed included | US$686 |
2026 estimate in US dollars; sales tax added at checkout. Flights and rental car excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $4–6 |
| Burger or fish and chips | $15–24 |
| Beer, draught in a pub | $7–9 |
| Rideshare, Mukilteo to EverettSurge pricing at ferry and shift times. | $18–28 |
| Community Transit local fare | $2.50 (check) |
| eSIM or data SIM, about a week | $10–25 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry vehicle queues can run a few hours on summer weekends: walk on if you can.
- Paine Field Blvd and the Boeing Freeway carry factory traffic at shift changes.
- Winter is wet and dark by 16:30; the waterfront is exposed to wind.Winter is wet and dark by 4:30 PM; the waterfront is exposed to wind.
- Boeing tour entry is by timed ticket and photo ID; production-line access can close without notice — check before booking.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Washington State Ferries information
- 206-464-6400
- Community Transit
- 425-353-7433
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Washington State Ferries206-464-6400
- Community Transit425-353-7433
Embassy
No embassies in Mukilteo; consulates-general are in Seattle, embassies in Washington, DC.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mukilteo → Clinton ferry, walk-on adult: about $6 one way, 20 min (check)
- Mukilteo → Clinton ferry, standard car and driver: about $14–28 one way by season and length (check)
- Rideshare Mukilteo → Seattle: $45–70, 35–60 min (check)
Say or show
- Where is the ferry terminal? — Where is the ferry terminal?
- One adult, round trip — One adult, round trip
- Is this seat taken? — Is this seat taken?
- Can I pay by card? — Can I pay by card?
- Where is the restroom? — Where is the restroom?
- Thanks, have a good one — Thanks, have a good one
Tipping is expected: 18–22% at sit-down restaurants, $1–2 a drink, 15–20% taxis.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Mukilteo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Nov–Feb (rain, short days); summer weekends for ferry queues · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Ferry-terminal contract: walk-on versus vehicle queues, last sailings and a Lynnwood rail fallback.
- Three sleep clusters with parking and check-in times: waterfront, Harbour Pointe, Paine Field.
- Place pages with verified cutoffs (Lighthouse Park tours, Future of Flight, Boeing tour) and eat pages with last orders.
- Wet-day and ferry-cancellation fixtures so gates A–D can go green.
Sources
- officialWashington State Ferries — Mukilteo/Clinton route
- officialFuture of Flight Aviation Center and Boeing Tour
- officialPaine Field (Snohomish County Airport)
- officialCommunity Transit
- officialSound Transit
- officialMukilteo Historical Society — lighthouse
- secondaryWikivoyage: Mukilteo, revision 5244120 (CC BY-SA 4.0)