Origin
Federal Way, WA
Evening in Federal Way on Sunday
Local time
6:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Federal Way, WA to College Place, WA
Drive Time
5h 16m
Distance
274.8 mi
442 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 3m
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6 AM
5h 17m
8 AM
5h 43m
10 AM
5h 26m
12 PM
5h 23m
3 PM
5h 27m
5 PM
5h 42m
8 PM
5h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
College Place, WA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Federal Way to College Place covers 274.8 miles and typically takes 5 hours and 16 minutes of driving time. Because this route is manageable within a single day, it is well-suited for a straightforward road trip rather than an overnight excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-90, I-82, and US-12, keeping your estimated fuel costs around $58. While both the origin and destination are located within Washington, the journey transitions you from the coastal influence of the Puget Sound area toward the inland environments of the state. It is a practical, highway-focused trek that prioritizes efficiency for those needing to cross the state in one go.
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
137.4 miles from Federal Way, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip dominated by major thoroughfares, as 97% of your travel occurs on highways. The road personality is defined by consistent interstate speeds, providing a steady rhythm for the majority of your 5-hour drive. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment while cruising for 84.5 miles along I-90. As you transition between the interstate arteries and US-12, the pace remains largely focused on forward momentum. This is a utilitarian drive designed for covering ground quickly rather than navigating technical, winding local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 84.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 312th Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 274.8 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: near the start (South 312th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South 312th Street
Turn left onto South 312th Street
Navigation decision point
8
3.8 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the ramp toward WA 18 East, WA 167 North: Renton, North Bend
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward WA 18 East, WA 167 North: Renton, North...
8
4 mi into trip
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~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 18 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward WA 18 East
7
113.9 mi into trip
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~2h 14m in
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US 97
Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
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 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
8
215.9 mi into trip
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~4h 6m in
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US 12
Take the exit onto US 12 toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
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 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Towns Along This Route
Between Federal Way, WA and College Place, WA, road signs point toward I‑182 East and Pasco.
I‑182 East
215.9 mi in
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~4h 6m
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via US 12
Pasco
215.9 mi in
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~4h 6m
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via US 12
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 84.5 mi | 1h 33m |
| I 82 | 64.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 12 | 54.8 mi | 1h 2m |
| US 97 | 37.8 mi | 42m |
| State Route 18 | 24.4 mi | 31m |
| Wallula Avenue | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Peasley Canyon Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South 320th Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 84.5 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way, WA and College Place, WA.
1
Start on this road
24 ft
·
7 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto South 312th Street
158 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 312th Street
3
Turn left onto WA 99
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Pacific Highway South
4
Turn left onto South 320th Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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South 320th Street
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on South Peasley Canyon Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Peasley Canyon Road
Use the none lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto South Peasley Canyon Road
95 ft
·
1 sec
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South Peasley Canyon Road
7
Continue on South Peasley Canyon Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Peasley Canyon Road
8
Turn left onto West Valley Highway North
334 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Valley Highway North
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward WA 18 East, WA 167 North: Renton, North Bend
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward WA 18 East
Use the none lane.
11
Merge onto WA 18
24 mi
·
31 min
·
State Route 18
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on WA 18
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Snoqualmie Parkway
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
14
Merge onto I 90
85 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I 90
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto US 97
38 mi
·
42 min
·
US 97
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 82; US 12
17
Take the exit onto US 12
55 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
US 12
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Spalding Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Spalding Road
19
Turn left onto Old Highway 12
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Highway 12
20
Turn right onto Wallula Avenue
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Wallula Avenue
21
Enter roundabout
17 ft
·
0 sec
22
Continue
103 ft
·
4 sec
23
Continue on North College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North College Avenue
24
At end of road, turn right onto North College Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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North College Avenue
25
Turn left onto East Whitman Drive
61 ft
·
1 sec
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East Whitman Drive
26
Arrive at destination
East Whitman Drive
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel during the 274.8-mile journey. Since you are spending nearly the entire trip on high-speed roads, checking traffic conditions on I-90 before you depart Federal Way is a smart way to avoid unexpected delays. The $58 fuel budget is a solid baseline, but keep an eye on your gauge during the longer stretches to ensure you aren't caught off guard between exits. Because the duration is just over five hours, departing early in the morning allows you to reach College Place by the afternoon with plenty of time to spare.
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 137.4 miles from Federal Way, WA, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.5 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.4 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near College Place, 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 274.8 miles and 5h 16m.
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 90 for about 84.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 137.4 mi from Federal Way, WA · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 137.4 miles from Federal Way, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.5 miles.
Arriving in College Place, WA
The final approach into College Place, 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 College Place, 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
$57.68 one way
$115.35 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $60.23 | $120.46 |
| premium | $5.77 | $62.44 | $124.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $61.05 | $122.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.4 | 1 | $28.85 | $13.19 |
| Efficient EV | 68.7 | 0 | $24.04 | $10.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.9 | 1 | $38.47 | $17.59 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
College Place, WA
Evening in College Place on Sunday
Local time
6:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 16m 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 Federal Way, WA to College Place, WA covers 274.8 miles and takes about 5h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, I 82, US 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 137.4 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 $57.68 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 18 significant decision points across 274.8 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: near the start (South 312th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Federal Way, WA and College Place, WA, road signs point toward I‑182 East and Pasco.
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