How far is Kingsgate, WA from Federal Way, WA?
The driving distance from Kingsgate, WA to Federal Way, WA is about 34 miles (54.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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 00h 45m.
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 second most populous city in King County, Washington.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kingsgate and Federal Way.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsgate and Federal Way.
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Start on 121st Avenue Northeast
3216 ft · 2 min · 121st Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto Northeast 132nd Street
1856 ft · 46 sec · Northeast 132nd Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Northeast 132nd Street
31 m · 3 sec · Northeast 132nd Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Northeast 132nd Street
114 m · 9 sec · Northeast 132nd Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 116th Way Northeast
59 m · 4 sec · 116th Way Northeast
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Exit the roundabout onto 116th Way Northeast
1395 ft · 49 sec · 116th Way Northeast
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Continue on 116th Avenue Northeast
1320 ft · 52 sec · 116th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Northeast 124th Street
35 m · 3 sec · Northeast 124th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 405 South: Renton
1986 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland
1446 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward South 272nd Street
2018 ft · 55 sec
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Turn right onto South 272nd Street
2875 ft · 1 min · South 272nd Street
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Turn left onto Pacific Highway South
2.5 mi · 5 min · Pacific Highway South
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Turn left onto South 312th Street
64 m · 9 sec · South 312th Street
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Turn right
7 m · 2 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 Kingsgate and Federal Way.
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.
I 405 South
Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Kingsgate and Chance Light Rain near Federal Way.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kingsgate to Federal Way?
The road trip is about 34 miles (54.7 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Renton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Kingsgate and 17.5 miles from Federal Way.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:58 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.28 one way or $12.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Kingsgate and Chance Light Rain near Federal Way.
Stop Ideas Near Renton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Renton.
Tukwila station
King Street Station
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Tacoma Dome Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kingsgate and Federal Way. Straight-line distance: 28.65 mi (46.1 km).
#1 Kingsgate
Census designated place
| Population | 13,065 |
| Coordinates | 47.7270400, -122.1795700 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Federal Way
A city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 96,307 |
| Coordinates | 47.3223200, -122.3126200 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-122.312612, 47.32232)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $6.28 | $12.56 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $6.93 | $13.85 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
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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