How far is Bunk Foss, WA from Federal Way, WA?

The driving distance from Bunk Foss, WA to Federal Way, WA is about 57.4 miles (92.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 45.4 miles (73 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
57.41 mi
01h 04m
Flight
45.33 mi
72.95 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
45.33 mi
Kilometers
72.95 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
57.41 mi
Kilometers
92.4 km
Drive Time
01h 04m

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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 01h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Federal Way
Thu, Oct 15, 6:33 PM PDT
Return by in Bunk Foss
Thu, Oct 15, 7:37 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bunk Foss
2026-10-15T17:28
Arrive Federal Way
Thu, Oct 15, 6:33 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:20 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bunk Foss
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
Bellevue
WA

The most populous city in Washington.

From Bunk Foss
25.5 mi
00h 32m
To Federal Way
31.9 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Today

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 mph NNE
Destination
72°F
This Afternoon

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 12:00 PM PDT
Wind
6 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bunk Foss and Federal Way.

  1. 1

    Start on 38th Place Southeast

    83 m · 14 sec · 38th Place Southeast

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 103rd Avenue Southeast

    1 km · 3 min · 103rd Avenue Southeast

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Bunk Foss Road

    2040 ft · 58 sec · Bunk Foss Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto State Route 9

    1.3 mi · 2 min · State Route 9

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 9

    37 m · 2 sec · State Route 9

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto State Route 9

    5.2 mi · 8 min · State Route 9

  7. 7

    Continue on State Route 9

    5.6 mi · 10 min · State Route 9

  8. 8

    Take the ramp right toward WA 522 West: Seattle

    1595 ft · 39 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto State Route 522

    2.3 mi · 3 min · State Route 522

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 405 South: Bellevue

    1.3 km · 59 sec

  11. 11

    Turn slight left

    23.5 mi · 29 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 Bunk Foss 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
19 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
33.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Route 9
12.2 mi · 21%
I 5 South
7.56 mi · 13%
Pacific Highway South
2.49 mi · 4%
State Route 522
2.29 mi · 4%
South 272nd Street
0.93 mi · 2%
I 405 South
0.78 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn slight left

23.5 mi · 00h 29m

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
01h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12 mi
45.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bellevue
00h 32m from Bunk Foss
Leave By
4:20 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Bunk Foss 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 Bunk Foss to Federal Way?

The road trip is about 57.4 miles (92.4 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?

Bellevue is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Bunk Foss and 31.9 miles from Federal Way.

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

The direct path is about 45.4 miles (73 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 4:20 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.03 one way or $22.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Bunk Foss and Sunny near Federal Way.

Stop Ideas Near Bellevue

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 Bellevue and the surrounding midpoint area.
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 10.4 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 10.6 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 10.6 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 10.6 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 Bellevue.

RAIL

King Street Station

10 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

11 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

Tukwila station

17 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

Edmonds station

26 mi away
211 Railroad Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bunk Foss and Federal Way. Straight-line distance: 45.33 mi (72.95 km).

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#1 Bunk Foss

This unincorporated community is situated in the Cascade Mountains of Snohomish County, Washington.

Population0
Coordinates47.9617100, -122.0944100
Altitude-
CountryUnited States
Federal Way

#2 Federal Way

A city in King County, Washington.

Population96,307
Coordinates47.3223200, -122.3126200
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
Start: 38th Place Southeast (-122.09441, 47.961471)
End: (-122.312612, 47.32232)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 92 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 26m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 08m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 57m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 49m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.03 gal
7.67 L · about $11.03
Round trip
$22.07
4.06 gal · 15.34 L
Estimated CO2
18 kg one way
Round trip: 36.1 kg / 80 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.44 $11.03 $22.07
Mid-grade $5.72 $11.61 $23.22
Premium $5.98 $12.13 $24.27
Diesel $7.29 $14.80 $29.61

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Bunk Foss and Federal Way. The current time is 17:28:53.

Distance to Other Cities

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