How far is Bothell East, WA from Federal Way, WA?

The driving distance from Bothell East, WA to Federal Way, WA is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 34 miles (54.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
42.38 mi
00h 54m
Flight
33.97 mi
54.67 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
33.97 mi
Kilometers
54.67 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
42.38 mi
Kilometers
68.2 km
Drive Time
00h 54m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Federal Way
Tue, Jul 28, 6:04 AM PDT
Return by in Bothell East
Tue, Jul 28, 6:58 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bothell East
2026-07-28T05:09
Arrive Federal Way
Tue, Jul 28, 6:04 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 54m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:55 AM to 10:55 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:40 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bothell East
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Newport
WA

City in, and the county seat of, Pend Oreille County, Washington

From Bothell East
19.6 mi
00h 27m
To Federal Way
22.8 mi
00h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jul 28 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph SSW
Destination
75°F
Tuesday

Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jul 28 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bothell East and Federal Way.

  1. 1

    Start on 37th Avenue Southeast

    128 m · 24 sec · 37th Avenue Southeast

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 212th Street Southeast

    661 ft · 22 sec · 212th Street Southeast

  3. 3

    Turn right onto 39th Avenue Southeast

    1.6 km · 2 min · 39th Avenue Southeast

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto 228th Street Southeast

    1324 ft · 40 sec · 228th Street Southeast

  5. 5

    Turn left onto 35th Avenue Southeast

    1.4 km · 2 min · 35th Avenue Southeast

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Monte Villa Parkway

    1370 ft · 39 sec · Monte Villa Parkway

  7. 7

    Turn right onto 39th Avenue Southeast

    649 ft · 16 sec · 39th Avenue Southeast

  8. 8

    Continue on 120th Avenue Northeast

    2677 ft · 1 min · 120th Avenue Northeast

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Northeast 195th Street

    2579 ft · 1 min · Northeast 195th Street

  10. 10

    Take the ramp left toward I 405 South: Renton

    1477 ft · 38 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    24.2 mi · 30 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland

    1446 ft · 49 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    7.3 mi · 9 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward South 272nd Street

    2018 ft · 55 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right onto South 272nd Street

    2875 ft · 1 min · South 272nd Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Pacific Highway South

    2.5 mi · 5 min · Pacific Highway South

  17. 17

    Turn left onto South 312th Street

    64 m · 9 sec · South 312th Street

  18. 18

    Turn right

    7 m · 2 sec

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
44.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 405 South
24.5 mi · 58%
I 5 South
7.56 mi · 18%
Pacific Highway South
2.49 mi · 6%
39th Avenue Southeast
1.12 mi · 3%
South 272nd Street
0.93 mi · 2%
35th Avenue Southeast
0.85 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 405 South

Merge slight left

24.2 mi · 00h 30m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 54m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.4 mi
34 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Newport
00h 27m from Bothell East
Leave By
4:40 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bothell East and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Federal Way.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bothell East to Federal Way?

The road trip is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km) and usually takes 00h 54m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Newport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from Bothell East and 22.8 miles from Federal Way.

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

The direct path is about 34 miles (54.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.85 one way or $15.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bothell East and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Federal Way.

Stop Ideas Near Newport

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 Newport and the surrounding midpoint area.
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 5.5 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 5.1 mi away

Renton City Human Services

Renton , WA
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Social services organization
Renton City Hall
Meeting point 5.1 mi away

Renton City Hall

Renton , WA
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Rating 2.1/5 14 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 5.1 mi away

Renton Police Department

Renton , WA
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Rating 2.8/5 25 reviews Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

King Street Station

12 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
RAIL

Tukwila station

13 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

14 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

Edmonds station

31 mi away
211 Railroad Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bothell East and Federal Way. Straight-line distance: 33.97 mi (54.67 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Bothell East

This suburban area in Snohomish County is situated east of Interstate 405, characterized by its rolling hills and proximity to the Sammamish River Valley.

Population0
Coordinates47.8063100, -122.1842700
Altitude-
CountryUnited States
Federal Way

#2 Federal Way

A city in King County, Washington.

Population96,307
Coordinates47.3223200, -122.3126200
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
Start: 37th Avenue Southeast (-122.183783, 47.80654)
End: (-122.312612, 47.32232)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 68 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.5 gal
5.66 L · about $7.85
Round trip
$15.70
3 gal · 11.32 L
Estimated CO2
13.3 kg one way
Round trip: 26.7 kg / 59 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $7.85 $15.70
Mid-grade $5.57 $8.35 $16.70
Premium $5.77 $8.66 $17.31
Diesel $5.47 $8.20 $16.40

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 · Jul 28, 2026

There is no time difference between Bothell East and Federal Way. The current time is 05:09:43.

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.