How far is Federal Way, WA from Granite Falls, WA?
The driving distance from Federal Way, WA to Granite Falls, WA is about 65.1 miles (104.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55 miles (88.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST.
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
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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 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Washington
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Light Rain
Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Federal Way and Granite Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way and Granite Falls.
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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
46.4 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2 East: Snohomish, Wenatchee
2162 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight left toward WA 204 East: Lake Stevens, 20th Street Southeast
1502 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on WA 204 East: Lake Stevens
1712 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on SR 204
114 m · 6 sec · SR 204
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Continue on State Route 204
2 mi · 3 min · State Route 204
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward State Route 9
62 m · 3 sec · State Route 9
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 9
573 ft · 12 sec · State Route 9
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 9
31 m · 2 sec · State Route 9
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 9
1.6 mi · 2 min · State Route 9
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Continue on State Route 92
2964 ft · 1 min · State Route 92
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 92
26 m · 5 sec · State Route 92
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 92
1.4 km · 2 min · State Route 92
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 92
31 m · 6 sec · State Route 92
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 92
5.8 mi · 8 min · State Route 92
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Stanley Street
39 m · 7 sec · West Stanley Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Stanley Street
1.6 km · 3 min · West Stanley Street
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Turn left onto North Granite Avenue
69 m · 10 sec · North Granite Avenue
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Turn right
45 m · 11 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 Federal Way and Granite Falls.
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
46.4 mi · 00h 58m
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 Cloudy then Light Rain leaving Federal Way and Light Rain near Granite Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Federal Way to Granite Falls?
The road trip is about 65.1 miles (104.8 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Shoreline is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.5 miles from Federal Way and 32.6 miles from Granite Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55 miles (88.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 PST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:30 PM PST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.71 one way or $23.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Light Rain around Federal Way and Light Rain near Granite Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Shoreline
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 Shoreline.
Edmonds station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
King Street Station
Everett Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Federal Way and Granite Falls. Straight-line distance: 55 mi (88.52 km).
#1 Federal Way
A city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 96,307 |
| Coordinates | 47.3223200, -122.3126200 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Granite Falls
City in Snohomish County, Washington, United States
| Population | 3,493 |
| Coordinates | 48.0839900, -121.9687400 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: Granite Falls (-121.96874, 48.08399)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $5.09 | $11.71 | $23.42 |
| Mid-grade | $5.38 | $12.37 | $24.74 |
| Premium | $5.65 | $12.99 | $25.98 |
| Diesel | $7.22 | $16.60 | $33.19 |
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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