How far is Federal Way, WA from Brush Prairie, WA?
The driving distance from Federal Way, WA to Brush Prairie, WA is about 142.4 miles (229.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.
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 Lewis County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Federal Way and Brush Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way and Brush Prairie.
-
1
Start on the route
7 m · 7 sec
-
2
Turn left onto South 312th Street
48 m · 6 sec · South 312th Street
-
3
Turn left onto Pacific Highway South
1.8 mi · 3 min · Pacific Highway South
-
4
Turn left onto 16th Avenue South
2572 ft · 1 min · 16th Avenue South
-
5
Turn left onto State Route 18
152 m · 14 sec · State Route 18
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Seattle, Tacoma
633 ft · 16 sec
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 5 South: Tacoma
1763 ft · 45 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
7.5 mi · 9 min
-
9
Keep slight right
124.4 mi · 2 hr 20 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward Northeast 179th Street
1430 ft · 42 sec
-
11
Turn left onto Northeast 179th Street
4.1 mi · 7 min · Northeast 179th Street
-
12
Turn right onto Northeast 92nd Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Northeast 92nd Avenue
-
13
Continue on Northeast 156th Street
1 mi · 2 min · Northeast 156th Street
-
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northeast 112th Avenue
578 ft · 10 sec · Northeast 112th Avenue
-
15
Continue on Northeast 154th Street
1565 ft · 29 sec · Northeast 154th Street
-
16
Turn right onto Northeast 117th Avenue
1421 ft · 30 sec · Northeast 117th Avenue
-
17
Turn left onto Northeast Caples Road
1778 ft · 45 sec · Northeast Caples Road
-
18
Turn right onto Northeast 153rd Street
69 m · 10 sec · Northeast 153rd Street
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northeast 153rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Federal Way and Brush Prairie.
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
Keep slight right
124 mi · 02h 20m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Federal Way and Chance Light Rain near Brush Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Federal Way to Brush Prairie?
The road trip is about 142.4 miles (229.1 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Napavine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.1 miles from Federal Way and 71.2 miles from Brush Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 32 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 12:52 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.27 one way or $52.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Federal Way and Chance Light Rain near Brush Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Napavine
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 Napavine.
Centralia station
Centennial Station
Kelso Multimodal Transportation Center
Astoria Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Federal Way and Brush Prairie. Straight-line distance: 110.38 mi (177.64 km).
#1 Federal Way
A city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 96,307 |
| Coordinates | 47.3223200, -122.3126200 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brush Prairie
Census designated place in Clark County, Washington
| Population | 2,652 |
| Coordinates | 45.7328900, -122.5464900 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brush Prairie (-122.54649, 45.73289)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $26.27 | $52.54 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $27.95 | $55.89 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $28.97 | $57.94 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $27.44 | $54.89 |
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 · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.