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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.01 mi
00h 45m
Flight
28.65 mi
46.1 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
28.65 mi
Kilometers
46.1 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.01 mi
Kilometers
54.74 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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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.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Federal Way
Sun, Apr 19, 2:00 AM PDT
Return by in Kingsgate
Sun, Apr 19, 2:46 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kingsgate
2026-04-19T01:15
Arrive Federal Way
Sun, Apr 19, 2:00 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:58 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kingsgate
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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
Renton
WA

The second most populous city in King County, Washington.

From Kingsgate
16.5 mi
00h 22m
To Federal Way
17.5 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 mph N
Destination
65°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 mph NNE

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.

  1. 1

    Start on 121st Avenue Northeast

    3216 ft · 2 min · 121st Avenue Northeast

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Northeast 132nd Street

    1856 ft · 46 sec · Northeast 132nd Street

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Northeast 132nd Street

    31 m · 3 sec · Northeast 132nd Street

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout onto Northeast 132nd Street

    114 m · 9 sec · Northeast 132nd Street

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 116th Way Northeast

    59 m · 4 sec · 116th Way Northeast

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto 116th Way Northeast

    1395 ft · 49 sec · 116th Way Northeast

  7. 7

    Continue on 116th Avenue Northeast

    1320 ft · 52 sec · 116th Avenue Northeast

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Northeast 124th Street

    35 m · 3 sec · Northeast 124th Street

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 405 South: Renton

    1986 ft · 30 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    20.1 mi · 25 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland

    1446 ft · 49 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    7.3 mi · 9 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward South 272nd Street

    2018 ft · 55 sec

  14. 14

    Turn right onto South 272nd Street

    2875 ft · 1 min · South 272nd Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Pacific Highway South

    2.5 mi · 5 min · Pacific Highway South

  16. 16

    Turn left onto South 312th Street

    64 m · 9 sec · South 312th Street

  17. 17

    Turn right

    7 m · 2 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Kingsgate and Federal Way.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
18 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
2 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
52.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 405 South
20.5 mi · 60%
I 5 South
7.56 mi · 22%
Pacific Highway South
2.49 mi · 7%
South 272nd Street
0.93 mi · 3%
121st Avenue Northeast
0.61 mi · 2%
Northeast 132nd Street
0.44 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.4 mi
28.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Renton
00h 22m from Kingsgate
Leave By
4:58 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Renton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 3.9 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 13.6 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Auburn
Meeting point 13.6 mi away

City of Auburn

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 3.9/5 15 reviews City Hall,City government office
Auburn Community & Event Center
Nearby stop 14.1 mi away

Auburn Community & Event Center

Auburn , WA
Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration Building, 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002
Rating 4.5/5 84 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Renton.

RAIL

Tukwila station

3 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

15 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

18 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

31 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kingsgate and Federal Way. Straight-line distance: 28.65 mi (46.1 km).

Kingsgate

#1 Kingsgate

Census designated place

Population13,065
Coordinates47.7270400, -122.1795700
Altitude98
CountryUnited States
Federal Way

#2 Federal Way

A city in King County, Washington.

Population96,307
Coordinates47.3223200, -122.3126200
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
Start: 121st Avenue Northeast (-122.179216, 47.726969)
End: (-122.312612, 47.32232)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 55 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
1.2 gal
4.54 L · about $6.28
Round trip
$12.56
2.4 gal · 9.08 L
Estimated CO2
10.7 kg one way
Round trip: 21.3 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Washington · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Kingsgate and Federal Way. The current time is 01:15:18.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.