Origin
Arlington Heights, WA
Late night in Arlington Heights on Wednesday
Local time
4:29 AM
PDT
Current temp
37°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Arlington Heights, WA to Federal Way, WA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
75.1 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington Heights, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington Heights, WA to Federal Way, WA covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, WA 530, Oso Slide Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.3 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37.5 miles from Arlington Heights, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 41m highway drive covering 75.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and WA 530. The longest continuous stretch is about 61.3 miles on I 5.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 61.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 530. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near East Division Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (East Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (East Division Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.1 miles (West Division Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.8 mi into trip
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~11m in
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East Division Street
Turn right onto East Division Street
Navigation decision point
5
6 mi into trip
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~11m in
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East Division Street
Enter roundabout onto East Division Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
6.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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West Division Street
Enter roundabout onto West Division Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
71.6 mi into trip
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~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward South 272nd Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 147
Toward South 272nd Street
6
72 mi into trip
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~1h 35m in
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South 272nd Street
Turn right onto South 272nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 61.3 mi | 1h 16m |
| WA 530 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Oso Slide Memorial Highway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Pacific Highway South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| 115th Avenue Northeast | 2 mi | 4m |
| 228th Street Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South 272nd Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Route 530 Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 61.3 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington Heights, WA and Federal Way, WA.
1
Start on 228th Street Northeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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228th Street Northeast
2
Turn right onto 115th Avenue Northeast
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
115th Avenue Northeast
3
Turn left onto WA 530
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Oso Slide Memorial Highway
4
Continue on WA 530
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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State Route 530 Northeast
5
Continue on WA 530
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Talcott Street
6
Continue on WA 530
517 ft
·
23 sec
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East Burke Avenue
7
Turn left onto Manhattan Avenue
0.1 mi
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21 sec
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Manhattan Avenue
8
Turn right onto East Division Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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East Division Street
9
Enter roundabout onto East Division Street
60 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Division Street
10
Continue on East Division Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Division Street
11
Enter roundabout onto West Division Street
78 ft
·
2 sec
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West Division Street
12
Continue on West Division Street
345 ft
·
11 sec
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West Division Street
13
Continue on WA 530
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
WA 530
14
Enter roundabout onto WA 530
42 ft
·
0 sec
·
WA 530
15
Continue on WA 530
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
WA 530
16
Enter roundabout onto WA 530
58 ft
·
1 sec
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WA 530
17
Continue on WA 530
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
WA 530
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 5 South: Seattle
19
Merge onto I 5
61 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
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I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 147
Toward South 272nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto South 272nd Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 272nd Street
Use the right lane.
22
Turn left onto WA 99; WA 509
2.5 mi
·
4 min
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Pacific Highway South
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Turn left onto South 312th Street
209 ft
·
9 sec
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South 312th Street
24
Turn right
24 ft
·
1 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 37.5 miles from Arlington Heights, WA, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.3 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 75.1 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 52m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Federal Way, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights, WA
This is one driving day of about 75.1 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arlington Heights, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 61.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Arlington Heights, WA · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 75.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Arlington Heights, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.3 miles.
Arriving in Federal Way, WA
The final approach into Federal Way, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Federal Way, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.72 one way
$31.44 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $16.48 | $32.97 |
| premium | $5.77 | $17.05 | $34.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.58 | $33.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.51 | $4.81 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Federal Way, WA
Late night in Federal Way on Wednesday
Local time
4:29 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 41m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arlington Heights, WA to Federal Way, WA covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, WA 530, Oso Slide Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from Arlington Heights, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.72 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (East Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (East Division Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.1 miles (West Division Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Arlington Heights, WA to Federal Way, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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