How far is Lake Shore, WA from Federal Way, WA?
The driving distance from Lake Shore, WA to Federal Way, WA is about 141.4 miles (227.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving 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 02h 28m.
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.
City in and county seat of Lewis County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Shore and Federal Way.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Shore and Federal Way.
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Start on Northwest 96th Street
24 m · 4 sec · Northwest 96th Street
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Continue on Northwest 20th Avenue
160 m · 23 sec · Northwest 20th Avenue
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Continue on Northwest 98th Street
122 m · 23 sec · Northwest 98th Street
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Turn left onto Northwest 18th Avenue
53 m · 10 sec · Northwest 18th Avenue
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Turn right onto Northwest 99th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Northwest 99th Street
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Continue on Northeast 99th Street
2319 ft · 1 min · Northeast 99th Street
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Take the ramp slight left
3063 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
127.5 mi · 2 hr 24 min
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Keep slight right
10 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Federal Way, South 320th Street
1774 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto South 320th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South 320th Street
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Turn right onto Pacific Highway South
2617 ft · 55 sec · Pacific Highway South
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Turn right onto South 312th Street
48 m · 6 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 Lake Shore and Federal Way.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Northeast 99th Street
Merge slight left
127 mi · 02h 24m
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.
Sunny leaving Lake Shore and Sunny near Federal Way.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Shore to Federal Way?
The road trip is about 141.4 miles (227.5 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Chehalis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.6 miles from Lake Shore and 70.8 miles from Federal Way.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.3 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 1:34 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.12 one way or $54.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lake Shore and Sunny near Federal Way.
Stop Ideas Near Chehalis
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 Chehalis.
Centralia station
Centennial Station
Kelso Multimodal Transportation Center
Tacoma Dome Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Shore and Federal Way. Straight-line distance: 114.16 mi (183.73 km).
#1 Lake Shore
Located in Clark County at an elevation of 223 feet, this community is situated along the eastern shore of Vancouver Lake, north of the city of Vancouver.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.6906700, -122.6909300 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| 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: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $5.44 | $27.12 | $54.24 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $28.54 | $57.08 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $29.83 | $59.65 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $36.39 | $72.77 |
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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