Drive Time
4h 22m
Distance
228 mi
367 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
Photo: Frank Cone
The drive from Federal Way, WA to West Pasco, WA covers 228 miles and takes about 4h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 312th Street, Pacific Highway South, South 320th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
114 miles from Federal Way, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 22m drive with frequent turns across 228 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 22m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Federal Way, WA to West Pasco, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 312th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pacific Highway South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 320th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Peasley Canyon Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Valley Highway North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WA 18 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 18 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Snoqualmie Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way, WA and West Pasco, WA.
Start on the route
Turn left onto South 312th Street
Turn left onto Pacific Highway South
Turn left onto South 320th Street
Continue on South Peasley Canyon Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Peasley Canyon Road
Exit the roundabout onto South Peasley Canyon Road
Turn left onto West Valley Highway North
Take the ramp right toward WA 18 East, WA 167 North: Renton, North Bend
Keep slight left to continue on WA 18 East
Merge slight left onto State Route 18
Continue on Snoqualmie Parkway
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 East: Spokane
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Take the exit slight right toward Road 68
Keep slight right to continue on Road 68
Turn straight onto Road 68
Turn right onto West Wernett Road
Turn left onto Road 72
Turn left onto Pearl Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114 miles or 2h 11m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Pasco, WA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Federal Way, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 228 miles and 4h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114 mi from Federal Way, WA · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 114 miles from Federal Way, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into West Pasco, 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 West Pasco, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$47.85 one way
$95.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $49.97 | $99.94 |
| premium | $5.77 | $51.80 | $103.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.65 | $101.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.94 | $10.94 |
| Efficient EV | 57 | 0 | $19.95 | $9.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.2 | 1 | $31.92 | $14.59 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Federal Way on Sunday
Local time
3:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in West Pasco on Sunday
Local time
3:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
39°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
52°F
Monroe, WA
114 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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