How far is Algona, WA from Federal Way, WA?

The driving distance from Algona, WA to Federal Way, WA is about 6.3 miles (10.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 4.1 miles (6.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
6.26 mi
00h 13m
Flight
4.13 mi
6.64 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
4.13 mi
Kilometers
6.64 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
6.26 mi
Kilometers
10.08 km
Drive Time
00h 13m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Federal Way
Tue, May 5, 7:05 PM PDT
Return by in Algona
Tue, May 5, 7:18 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Algona
2026-05-05T18:52
Arrive Federal Way
Tue, May 5, 7:05 PM PDT
Route Timing
00h 13m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:13 AM to 7:13 PM PDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:04 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Algona
10:00 PM PDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Auburn
WA

The second most populous city in Pierce County, Washington.

From Algona
2.8 mi
00h 06m
To Federal Way
3.4 mi
00h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
3 mph SW
Destination
75°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Algona and Federal Way.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Algona and Federal Way.

  1. 1

    Start on 1st Avenue North

    1771 ft · 54 sec · 1st Avenue North

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West Valley Highway North

    1.6 mi · 3 min · West Valley Highway North

  3. 3

    Turn left onto South Peasley Canyon Road

    1.2 km · 1 min · South Peasley Canyon Road

  4. 4

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Peasley Canyon Road

    21 m · 2 sec · South Peasley Canyon Road

  5. 5

    Exit the roundabout onto South Peasley Canyon Road

    1 mi · 2 min · South Peasley Canyon Road

  6. 6

    Continue on South 320th Street

    1.4 mi · 3 min · South 320th Street

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Pacific Highway South

    2617 ft · 55 sec · Pacific Highway South

  8. 8

    Turn right onto South 312th Street

    48 m · 6 sec · South 312th Street

  9. 9

    Turn right

    7 m · 2 sec

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Algona and Federal Way.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
10 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
158.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Peasley Canyon Road
1.78 mi · 28%
West Valley Highway North
1.61 mi · 26%
South 320th Street
1.39 mi · 22%
Pacific Highway South
0.5 mi · 8%
1st Avenue North
0.34 mi · 5%
South 312th Street
0.03 mi
Longest Stretch

West Valley Highway North

At the end of the road, turn right onto West Valley Highway North

1.61 mi · 00h 03m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 13m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.2 mi
4.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Auburn
00h 06m from Algona
Leave By
8:04 PM PDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Algona and Sunny near Federal Way.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Algona to Federal Way?

The road trip is about 6.3 miles (10.1 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Auburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.8 miles from Algona and 3.4 miles from Federal Way.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 4.1 miles (6.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.15 one way or $2.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Algona and Sunny near Federal Way.

Stop Ideas Near Auburn

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Auburn and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 8.4 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 12.9 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 2.1 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Meeting point 10.3 mi away

City of Normandy Park City Hall

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Auburn.

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

16 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

17 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

33 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

35 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Algona and Federal Way. Straight-line distance: 4.13 mi (6.64 km).

Algona

#1 Algona

City in King County, Washington, United States

Population3,199
Coordinates47.2789900, -122.2520600
Altitude24
CountryUnited States
Federal Way

#2 Federal Way

A city in King County, Washington.

Population96,307
Coordinates47.3223200, -122.3126200
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
Start: 1st Avenue North (-122.252058, 47.279094)
End: (-122.312612, 47.32232)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 10 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.22 gal
0.84 L · about $1.15
Round trip
$2.30
0.44 gal · 1.68 L
Estimated CO2
2 kg one way
Round trip: 3.9 kg / 9 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $1.15 $2.30
Mid-grade $5.57 $1.22 $2.45
Premium $5.77 $1.27 $2.54
Diesel $5.47 $1.20 $2.41

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington · May 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Algona and Federal Way. The current time is 18:52:01.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.