How far is Federal Way, WA from Geneva, WA?
The driving distance from Federal Way, WA to Geneva, WA is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.4 miles (158.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m 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 02h 22m.
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.
The most populous city in Snohomish County, Washington.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Federal Way and Geneva.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way and Geneva.
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Start on the route
7 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto South 312th Street
48 m · 8 sec · South 312th Street
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Turn right onto Pacific Highway South
2.5 mi · 4 min · Pacific Highway South
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Turn right onto South 272nd Street
1.1 km · 2 min · South 272nd Street
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Take the ramp left toward I-5 North: Seattle
2172 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
105.8 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lakeway Drive
725 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto King Street
616 ft · 19 sec · King Street
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Turn left onto Lakeway Drive
2.7 mi · 6 min · Lakeway Drive
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Continue on Terrace Avenue North
981 ft · 34 sec · Terrace Avenue North
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Continue on Cable Street
1102 ft · 40 sec · Cable Street
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Turn right onto Geneva Street
56 m · 8 sec · Geneva Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Geneva Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Federal Way and Geneva.
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 North
Merge slight left
106 mi · 02h 07m
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.
Sunny leaving Federal Way and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Geneva.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Federal Way to Geneva?
The road trip is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Marysville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Federal Way and 56.4 miles from Geneva.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.4 miles (158.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 1:46 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.63 one way or $43.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Federal Way and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Geneva.
Stop Ideas Near Marysville
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 Marysville.
Everett Station
Stanwood station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Federal Way and Geneva. Straight-line distance: 98.43 mi (158.41 km).
#1 Federal Way
A city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 96,307 |
| Coordinates | 47.3223200, -122.3126200 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Geneva
Situated on the western shore of Lake Whatcom in Whatcom County, this census-designated place lies immediately east of the city of Bellingham at an elevation of 446 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 48.7456700, -122.4018300 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Geneva (-122.40183, 48.74567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $21.63 | $43.26 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $22.76 | $45.52 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $23.79 | $47.58 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $29.02 | $58.04 |
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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