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Trip from Federal Way, WA to Barberton, WA

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Drive Time

2h 46m

Distance

142.1 mi

229 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 36m ★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Barberton, WA, WA

Barberton, WA

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Trip Overview

This 142.1-mile drive from Federal Way, WA to Barberton, WA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 46 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-5 and I-205, with a short segment on Pacific Highway South, the route is almost entirely highway driving at 97%. With an estimated fuel cost of $30, this journey offers a straightforward travel experience through the Pacific Coast region. It’s a practical option for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stop. The single recommended stop makes planning simple.

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

71 miles from Federal Way, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 142.1-mile route, with 97% of it on major interstates. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 133.7 miles on I-5, offering consistent speed and minimal traffic interruptions typical of this major corridor. While the bulk of the journey is on the interstate, there's a brief transition to Pacific Highway South, which might offer a slight change of pace before rejoining the main highway. This route is designed for efficient travel, with limited deviations from the fast-paced interstate environment.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 133.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 142.1 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 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.3 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.5 miles (I 205): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
2.4 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the exit toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Seattle, Tacoma

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Seattle, Tacoma
6
10.3 mi into trip | ~15m in | I 5

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
136.5 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | I 205

Keep slight right at fork onto I 205 toward I 205 South: Salem

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 205 South: Salem
8
140.8 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Take the exit toward Padden Parkway, Northeast Andresen Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 32 Toward Padden Parkway, Northeast Andresen Road
6
141.1 mi into trip | ~2h 44m in | Northeast Padden Parkway

Turn right onto Northeast Padden Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 133.7 mi 2h 31m
I 205 4.2 mi 5m
Pacific Highway South 1.8 mi 3m
16th Avenue South 0.5 mi 1m
Northeast Andresen Road 0.5 mi <1m
Northeast 72nd Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Northeast Padden Parkway 0.2 mi <1m
State Route 18 <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 133.7 mi, about 2h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way, WA and Barberton, WA.

1

Start on this road

24 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto South 312th Street

158 ft · 5 sec · South 312th Street
3

Turn left onto WA 99

1.8 mi · 3 min · Pacific Highway South
4

Turn left onto 16th Avenue South

0.5 mi · 1 min · 16th Avenue South
5

Turn left onto WA 18

497 ft · 13 sec · State Route 18
Use the left lane.
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Seattle, Tacoma Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 5 South: Tacoma
8

Merge onto I 5

7.5 mi · 9 min · I 5
Use the slight left lane.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

126 mi · 2 hr 22 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 205

4.2 mi · 5 min · I 205
Toward I 205 South: Salem Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 32 Toward Padden Parkway, Northeast Andresen Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Turn right onto Northeast Padden Parkway

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Northeast Padden Parkway
Use the right lane.
13

Turn right onto Northeast Andresen Road

0.5 mi · 50 sec · Northeast Andresen Road
Use the right lane.
14

Continue on Northeast 72nd Avenue

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Northeast 72nd Avenue
15

Turn right onto Northeast 99th Street

86 ft · 2 sec · Northeast 99th Street
16

Arrive at destination

Northeast 99th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour and 46-minute duration, consider departing Federal Way in the morning to maximize your day in Barberton. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $30, this route is quite efficient. Plan your single stop strategically along the longest stretch on I-5, which covers 133.7 miles, to refuel or stretch your legs. The high highway share means you’ll be on fast-moving roads, so be mindful of speed limits and traffic patterns typical of I-5. Arriving early can give you more flexibility throughout your day.

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 71 miles from Federal Way, WA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.7 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 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 71 miles or 1h 24m 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 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barberton, 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 142.1 miles and 2h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 133.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 71 mi from Federal Way, WA · 1h 24m into the drive

city in Lewis County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Centralia, WA

71 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

Centralia, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Centralia, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 71 miles from Federal Way, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 133.7 miles.

Arriving in Barberton, WA

The final approach into Barberton, 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 Barberton, WA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

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...

19 mi from route ~48 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.74 one way

$59.48 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $31.19 $62.38
premium $5.77 $32.27 $64.54
diesel $5.61 $31.37 $62.75

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42.6 0 $14.92 $6.82
Efficient EV 35.5 0 $12.43 $5.68
EV Truck/SUV 56.8 0 $19.89 $9.09

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast data refreshed 9 hours ago

Origin

Federal Way, WA

Late night in Federal Way on Wednesday

Local time

2:16 AM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Rain

SSW 16 mph 94% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 4:28PM PDT until April 14 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 4:28PM PDT until April 14 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Destination

Barberton, WA

Late night in Barberton on Wednesday

Local time

2:16 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

5 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 46m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Barberton, WA covers 142.1 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 205, Pacific Highway South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71 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 $29.74 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 142.1 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 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.3 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.5 miles (I 205): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Federal Way, WA to Barberton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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