How far is Federal Way, WA from Summit, WA?
The driving distance from Federal Way, WA to Summit, WA is about 13 miles (21 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.3 miles (18.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Pierce County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Federal Way and Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way and Summit.
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Start on the route
7 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto South 312th Street
48 m · 6 sec · South 312th Street
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Turn left onto Pacific Highway South
5.8 mi · 11 min · Pacific Highway South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Wapato Way East
67 m · 13 sec · Wapato Way East
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Exit the roundabout onto Wapato Way East
1987 ft · 1 min · Wapato Way East
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Continue on 70th Avenue East
1.8 mi · 4 min · 70th Avenue East
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Turn sharp right onto North Levee Road East
1417 ft · 43 sec · North Levee Road East
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Turn left onto 66th Avenue East
1777 ft · 54 sec · 66th Avenue East
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Turn right onto 52nd Street East
1.5 km · 2 min · 52nd Street East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Pioneer Way East
1932 ft · 43 sec · Pioneer Way East
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11
Turn slight right onto Canyon Road East
3 mi · 6 min · Canyon Road East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Canyon Road East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Federal Way and Summit.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Pacific Highway South
Turn left onto Pacific Highway South
5.85 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Federal Way and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Summit.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Federal Way to Summit?
The road trip is about 13 miles (21 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fife is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Federal Way and 6.5 miles from Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.3 miles (18.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.50 one way or $5.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Federal Way and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Fife
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Tacoma
City Hall Park
Auburn Building Permits
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fife.
Tacoma Dome Station
Tukwila station
King Street Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Federal Way and Summit. Straight-line distance: 11.28 mi (18.16 km).
#1 Federal Way
A city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 96,307 |
| Coordinates | 47.3223200, -122.3126200 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Summit
Situated in Pierce County at an elevation of 476 feet, this census-designated place forms part of the suburban area south of Tacoma.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.1617700, -122.3570700 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
End: Summit (-122.35707, 47.16177)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.44 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $2.63 | $5.26 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $3.35 | $6.71 |
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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