The drive from Federal Way, WA to Blaine, WA covers 132.6 miles and takes about 2h 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, Pacific Highway South, South 272nd Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 127.8 miles on I 5.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.75 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.3 miles from Federal Way, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 21m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 132.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 41m highway drive covering 132.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Pacific Highway South. The longest continuous stretch is about 127.8 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 9 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 127.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Pacific Highway South. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 312th Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Federal Way, WA to Blaine, WA is easy. At 2h 41m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 312th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (WA 99 / Pacific Highway South): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (South 272nd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|South 312th Street
Turn left onto South 312th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|WA 99 / Pacific Highway South
Turn right onto WA 99 / Pacific Highway South
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip|~4m in|South 272nd Street
Turn right onto South 272nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
3.2 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the ramp toward I-5 North: Seattle
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-5 North: Seattle
5
3.6 mi into trip|~7m in|I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
127.8 mi
2h 31m
Pacific Highway South
2.5 mi
4m
South 272nd Street
0.7 mi
1m
WA 543
0.7 mi
1m
H Street
0.6 mi
1m
South 312th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 127.8 mi, about 2h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way, WA and Blaine, WA.
1
Start on this road
24 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto South 312th Street
158 ft·7 sec·South 312th Street
3
Turn right onto WA 99
2.5 mi·4 min·Pacific Highway South
4
Turn right onto South 272nd Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South 272nd Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I-5 North: SeattleUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 5
128 mi·2 hr 31 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto WA 543
0.7 mi·1 min·WA 543
Toward WA 543 North: H Street – Truck Customs
8
Turn left onto H Street
0.6 mi·1 min·H Street
9
Arrive at destination
H Street
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.3 miles from Federal Way, WA, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 127.8 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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.3 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blaine, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Federal Way, 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 Federal Way, WA
This is one driving day of about 132.6 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Federal Way, 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 I 5 for about 127.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.3 mi from Federal Way, WA
· 1h 21m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.75 one way
$55.50 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$29.10
$58.21
premium
$5.77
$30.11
$60.22
diesel
$5.61
$29.28
$58.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.8
0
$13.92
$6.36
Efficient EV
33.2
0
$11.60
$5.30
EV Truck/SUV
53
0
$18.56
$8.49
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Federal Way, WA
Late night
in Federal Way on Saturday
Local time
1:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Blaine, WA
Late night
in Blaine on Saturday
Local time
1:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
48°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
1 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
2h 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 Federal Way, WA to Blaine, WA covers 132.6 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Pacific Highway South, South 272nd Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.3 miles from Federal Way, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.75 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Federal Way, WA to Blaine, WA is easy. At 2h 41m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 312th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (WA 99 / Pacific Highway South): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (South 272nd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Federal Way, WA to Blaine, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
