Connecting Dollar Corner to Federal Way, this 139.2-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Washington’s Pacific Coast region. With a driving time of approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You should budget about $29 for fuel to complete the transit. Since the route relies heavily on major infrastructure, it offers a predictable and efficient way to travel between these two points. Whether you are heading north for business or a visit, this drive provides a practical link without the complexity of winding backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.6 miles from Dollar Corner, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
131.6 mi
2h 29m
Northeast 219th Street
5.3 mi
8m
South 320th Street
0.8 mi
2m
Pacific Highway South
0.5 mi
<1m
South 312th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 131.6 mi, about 2h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dollar Corner, WA and Federal Way, WA.
1
Start on WA 502
1.0 mi·1 min·Northeast 219th Street
2
Continue on WA 502
4.3 mi·7 min·Northeast 219th Street
3
Turn left
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Seattle
4
Merge onto I 5
122 mi·2 hr 17 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
10 mi·12 min·I 5
Use the slight right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 143Toward Federal Way, South 320th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto South 320th Street
0.8 mi·2 min·South 320th Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto WA 99
0.5 mi·55 sec·Pacific Highway South
9
Turn right onto South 312th Street
158 ft·5 sec·South 312th Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right
24 ft·1 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one stop to break up the nearly three-hour duration. Because the route is dominated by I-5, traffic patterns can shift quickly; checking conditions before you depart from Dollar Corner is a smart move to avoid potential congestion. Given the 139.2-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time to bypass peak commuting hours near Federal Way. Since the stretch on I-5 is quite long, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the highway to avoid unnecessary detours. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on a steady pace, making the journey feel much shorter than the clock suggests.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.6 miles from Dollar Corner, WA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 31 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.6 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Federal Way, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dollar Corner, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dollar Corner, WA
This is one driving day of about 139.2 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Dollar Corner, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 131.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.3 and 137.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.3 mi into trip|~8m in
Turn left toward Seattle
Navigation decision point
Toward Seattle
5
5.9 mi into trip|~10m in|I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
127.5 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
137.5 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward Federal Way, South 320th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 143
Toward Federal Way, South 320th Street
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137.8 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|South 320th Street
Turn left onto South 320th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.13 one way
$58.27 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$30.55
$61.11
premium
$5.77
$31.61
$63.22
diesel
$5.61
$30.73
$61.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.8
0
$14.62
$6.68
Efficient EV
34.8
0
$12.18
$5.57
EV Truck/SUV
55.7
0
$19.49
$8.91
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Dollar Corner, WA
Evening
in Dollar Corner on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Federal Way, WA
Evening
in Federal Way on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 43m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 95 percent of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 131.6-mile uninterrupted stretch of your journey. The trip begins with short transitions on Northeast 219th Street and concludes with a brief segment on South 320th Street, but the interstate is the clear workhorse here. Because of this focus, the drive feels like a consistent, high-speed pace rather than a technical or varied scenic tour. It is a classic interstate grind that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, recreational roads.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 131.6 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Northeast 219th Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.3 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 43m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 139.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 131.6 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Federal Way, WA before heading back.
