Origin
Brewster, WA
Late night in Brewster on Wednesday
Local time
2:54 AM
PDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brewster, WA to Federal Way, WA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 25m
Distance
210.8 mi
339 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 12m
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6 AM
4h 26m
8 AM
4h 52m
10 AM
4h 35m
12 PM
4h 32m
3 PM
4h 36m
5 PM
4h 51m
8 PM
4h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brewster, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
This 210.8-mile journey from Brewster, WA, to Federal Way, WA, is designed as a single-day trip, typically taking around 4 hours and 25 minutes to complete. You'll be spending about 95% of your time on highways, making it a predominantly highway-focused drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $44, it's a budget-friendly option for crossing Washington state. The route offers a straightforward path, ideal for those looking to cover ground efficiently. Since it's a manageable distance, you'll have flexibility in your timing and stop schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
105.4 miles from Brewster, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 210.8-mile route, with 95% of your travel on major roads like US 97, I 90, and State Route 18. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 91.1 miles on US 97, meaning you'll have significant periods of consistent driving. While primarily highway, the shift between these major arteries will provide some variation in the driving experience as you progress toward Federal Way. This profile suggests a focus on covering distance rather than intricate scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 75.5 miles in near US 97 / US 2.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 210.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 75.5 miles (US 97 / US 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
75.5 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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US 97 / US 2
Take the exit onto US 97 / US 2 toward US 97 South to I-90, Ellensburg, Seattle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 97 South to I-90, Ellensburg, Seattle
7
181.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 44m in
Take the exit toward WA 18 West: Auburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25
Toward WA 18 West: Auburn
9
181.7 mi into trip
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~3h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn,...
9
206.5 mi into trip
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~4h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley High...
8
206.8 mi into trip
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~4h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward West Valley Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward West Valley Highway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brewster, WA and Federal Way, WA, road signs point toward Ellensburg, Seattle, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.
Ellensburg
75.5 mi in
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~1h 38m
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via US 97
Seattle
75.5 mi in
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~1h 38m
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via US 97
Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn
181.7 mi in
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~3h 44m
Tacoma
181.7 mi in
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~3h 44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 97 | 91.1 mi | 1h 55m |
| I 90 | 60 mi | 1h 6m |
| State Route 18 | 24.2 mi | 31m |
| US 2 | 14.5 mi | 19m |
| WA 970 | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| Sunset Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South Peasley Canyon Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South 320th Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 97
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brewster, WA and Federal Way, WA.
1
Start on East Griggs Avenue
74 ft
·
5 sec
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East Griggs Avenue
2
Turn right onto WA 173
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Bridge Street South
3
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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West Main Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 97
56 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 97
5
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 97
48 ft
·
1 sec
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Sunset Highway
6
Continue on US 2; US 97
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Sunset Highway
7
Turn right onto US 2; US 97
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 2/97
8
Continue on US 2; US 97
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Odabashian Bridge
9
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 97
137 ft
·
5 sec
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US 2; US 97
10
Continue on US 2; US 97
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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US 2; US 97
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 2; US 97
140 ft
·
2 sec
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US 2; US 97
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2; US 97
14 mi
·
17 min
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US 2; US 97
13
Take the exit onto US 97
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 2
Toward US 97 South to I-90, Ellensburg, Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 97
35 mi
·
44 min
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US 97
15
Continue on WA 970
9.8 mi
·
12 min
·
WA 970
16
Turn left onto WA 970
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
WA 970
17
Turn left onto WA 970
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Sunset Highway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 90 West
19
Merge onto I 90
60 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 25
Toward WA 18 West: Auburn
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
448 ft
·
13 sec
Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22
Merge onto WA 18
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Snoqualmie Parkway
23
Continue on WA 18
24 mi
·
31 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward WA 167: Renton, Puyallup
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward West Valley Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
At end of road, turn left onto West Valley Highway North
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Valley Highway North
Use the straight lane.
28
Turn right onto South Peasley Canyon Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Peasley Canyon Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Enter roundabout onto South Peasley Canyon Road
67 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Peasley Canyon Road
30
Continue on South Peasley Canyon Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Peasley Canyon Road
Use the left lane.
31
Continue on South 320th Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South 320th Street
32
Turn right onto WA 99
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
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Pacific Highway South
33
Turn right onto South 312th Street
158 ft
·
5 sec
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South 312th Street
Use the right lane.
34
Turn right
24 ft
·
1 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 25-minute drive, starting early can help you avoid any potential traffic as you approach the Seattle metropolitan area. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, you can easily complete this in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 91.1-mile stretch on US 97, to ensure you're topped up before hitting longer segments. The $44 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or price variations. Pacing yourself with one well-timed break will make the 210.8 miles feel manageable.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 105.4 miles from Brewster, WA, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 80 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.4 miles or 2h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 34m
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 Brewster, 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 Brewster, WA
This is one driving day of about 210.8 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brewster, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 97 for about 91.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.4 mi from Brewster, WA · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.4 miles from Brewster, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 97 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.1 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
$44.12 one way
$88.24 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $46.27 | $92.54 |
| premium | $5.77 | $47.87 | $95.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.54 | $93.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.13 | $10.12 |
| Efficient EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.45 | $8.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.3 | 1 | $29.51 | $13.49 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
2:54 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
9 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
4h 25m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brewster, WA to Federal Way, WA covers 210.8 miles and takes about 4h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 97, I 90, State Route 18. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.4 miles from Brewster, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 210.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 75.5 miles (US 97 / US 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Brewster, WA and Federal Way, WA, road signs point toward Ellensburg, Seattle, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.
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