How far is Federal Way, WA from Tulalip, WA?
The driving distance from Federal Way, WA to Tulalip, WA is about 62.1 miles (99.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.6 miles (83 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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.
Flight 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 24m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Federal Way and Tulalip.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way and Tulalip.
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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
51.7 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 528 East: Marysville
1114 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto 4th Street
144 m · 11 sec · 4th Street
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Continue on Marine Drive Northeast
1194 ft · 31 sec · Marine Drive Northeast
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Marine Drive Northeast
43 m · 3 sec · Marine Drive Northeast
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Exit the roundabout onto Marine Drive Northeast
6.2 mi · 12 min · Marine Drive Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Marine Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Federal Way and Tulalip.
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
51.7 mi · 01h 05m
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 Sunny leaving Federal Way and Mostly Sunny near Tulalip.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Federal Way to Tulalip?
The road trip is about 62.1 miles (99.9 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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 31 miles from Federal Way and 31.1 miles from Tulalip.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.6 miles (83 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 3:40 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.46 one way or $22.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Federal Way and Mostly Sunny near Tulalip.
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 Tulalip. Straight-line distance: 51.56 mi (82.98 km).
#1 Federal Way
A city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 96,307 |
| Coordinates | 47.3223200, -122.3126200 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tulalip
Situated in Snohomish County bordering Possession Sound, this community lies approximately 98 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 48.0684300, -122.2918100 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tulalip (-122.29181, 48.06843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $5.23 | $11.46 | $22.92 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $12.19 | $24.38 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $11.97 | $23.95 |
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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