How far is Federal Way, WA from Point Roberts, WA?

The estimated driving distance from Federal Way, WA to Point Roberts, WA is about 150.2 miles (241.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 07m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 120.2 miles (193.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
150.25 mi
03h 07m · estimated
Flight
120.2 mi
193.44 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
120.2 mi
Kilometers
193.44 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
150.25 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
241.8 km
Drive Time
03h 07m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Point Roberts
Thu, Oct 15, 8:37 PM PDT
Return by in Federal Way
Thu, Oct 15, 11:44 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Federal Way
2026-10-15T17:29
Arrive Point Roberts
Thu, Oct 15, 8:37 PM PDT
Route Timing
03h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:07 AM to 11:07 AM PDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:46 AM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Federal Way
9:00 PM PDT
Early departure recommended

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
Port Townsend
WA

City in and county seat of Jefferson County, Washington

From Federal Way
60.1 mi
01h 33m
To Point Roberts
90.2 mi
01h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
This Afternoon

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 12:00 PM PDT
Wind
6 mph NNW
Destination
56°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 12:00 PM PDT
Wind
7 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way and Point Roberts.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 07m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30 mi
120.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Port Townsend
01h 33m from Federal Way
Leave By
10:46 AM PDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Federal Way and Mostly Sunny near Point Roberts.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Federal Way to Point Roberts?

The road trip is about 150.2 miles (241.8 km) and usually takes 03h 07m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Port Townsend is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.1 miles from Federal Way and 90.2 miles from Point Roberts.

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

The direct path is about 120.2 miles (193.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.81 one way or $57.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Federal Way and Mostly Sunny near Point Roberts.

Stop Ideas Near Port Townsend

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Port Townsend, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Port Townsend.

RAIL

Stanwood station

33 mi away
27111 Florence Way
RAIL

Everett Station

43 mi away
3201 Smith Ave.
RAIL

Edmonds station

44 mi away
211 Railroad Ave.
RAIL

Skagit Transportation Center

48 mi away
105 East Kincaid St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Federal Way and Point Roberts. Straight-line distance: 120.2 mi (193.44 km).

Federal Way

#1 Federal Way

A city in King County, Washington.

Population96,307
Coordinates47.3223200, -122.3126200
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
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#2 Point Roberts

This Whatcom County community is a pene-exclave located on the southern tip of the Tsawwassen Peninsula, bordered by Canada to the north and water on all other sides.

Population0
Coordinates48.9853800, -123.0779700
Altitude10
CountryUnited States
Start: Federal Way (-122.31262, 47.32232)
End: Point Roberts (-123.07797, 48.98538)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 242 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 45m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 52m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.3 gal
20.07 L · about $28.81
Round trip
$57.61
10.6 gal · 40.14 L
Estimated CO2
47.1 kg one way
Round trip: 94.2 kg / 208 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.44 $28.81 $57.61
Mid-grade $5.72 $30.31 $60.62
Premium $5.98 $31.68 $63.36
Diesel $7.29 $38.65 $77.30

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 Federal Way and Point Roberts. The current time is 17:29:58.

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.