How far is Clear Lake, WA from Federal Way, WA?
The driving distance from Clear Lake, WA to Federal Way, WA is about 92 miles (148.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79 miles (127.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 27m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Snohomish County, Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clear Lake and Federal Way.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clear Lake and Federal Way.
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Start on the route
8 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Lake Street
55 m · 17 sec · Lake Street
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Turn left onto State Route 9
3.2 mi · 6 min · State Route 9
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward College Way
18 m · 1 sec · College Way
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Exit the roundabout onto College Way
543 ft · 10 sec · College Way
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Continue on East College Way
3.5 mi · 8 min · East College Way
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Keep slight left to continue on West College Way
124 m · 15 sec · West College Way
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Take the ramp left toward I 5 South: Seattle
1930 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight right
80.2 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward South 272nd Street
2018 ft · 55 sec
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Turn right onto South 272nd Street
2875 ft · 1 min · South 272nd Street
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Turn left onto Pacific Highway South
2.5 mi · 5 min · Pacific Highway South
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Turn left onto South 312th Street
64 m · 9 sec · South 312th Street
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Turn right
7 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clear Lake and Federal Way.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 5 South
Merge slight right
80.2 mi · 01h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clear Lake 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 Clear Lake to Federal Way?
The road trip is about 92 miles (148.1 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Mill Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.4 miles from Clear Lake and 46.6 miles from Federal Way.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79 miles (127.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 3:02 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.66 one way or $35.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clear Lake and Sunny near Federal Way.
Stop Ideas Near Mill Creek
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mill Creek.
Everett Station
Edmonds station
Monroe, Washington
Monroe (Eastbound), WA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clear Lake and Federal Way. Straight-line distance: 78.98 mi (127.11 km).
#1 Clear Lake
Situated at an elevation of 46 feet within the floodplain of the Skagit River Valley, this Skagit County community is centered around its namesake lake.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 48.4642700, -122.2340400 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Federal Way
A city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 96,307 |
| Coordinates | 47.3223200, -122.3126200 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-122.312612, 47.32232)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 148 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.44 | $17.66 | $35.33 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $18.59 | $37.17 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $19.43 | $38.85 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $23.70 | $47.40 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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