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Trip from Federal Way, WA to Spokane Valley, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 37m

Distance

294.6 mi

474 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$62

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 24m ★
6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 294.6-mile journey from Federal Way, WA, to Spokane Valley, WA, is estimated to take around 4 hours and 37 minutes of driving time. While it's possible to complete this drive in a single day, the nearly 4.5-hour duration and the nature of the route suggest a more relaxed pace might be beneficial. With a projected fuel cost of $62, this trip stays within a reasonable budget. You'll be navigating local roads for the entirety of this drive, so expect a more involved driving experience than a typical highway trip. This route connects two points within the Pacific Coast region of Washington State.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

147.3 miles from Federal Way, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South 312th Street — —
Pacific Highway South — —
South 320th Street — —
South Peasley Canyon Road — —
West Valley Highway North — —
WA 18 East — —
State Route 18 — —
Snoqualmie Parkway — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: South 312th Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.

1

Start on the route

23 ft · 7 sec · the route
2

Turn left onto South 312th Street

157 ft · 6 sec · South 312th Street
3

Turn left onto Pacific Highway South

0.5 mi · 1 min · Pacific Highway South
4

Turn left onto South 320th Street

1.4 mi · 3 min · South 320th Street
5

Continue on South Peasley Canyon Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Peasley Canyon Road
6

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Peasley Canyon Road

95 ft · 2 sec · South Peasley Canyon Road
7

Exit the roundabout onto South Peasley Canyon Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Peasley Canyon Road
8

Turn left onto West Valley Highway North

335 ft · 11 sec · West Valley Highway North
9

Take the ramp right toward WA 18 East, WA 167 North: Renton, North Bend

0.2 mi · 28 sec · WA 18 East, WA 167 North: Renton, North Bend
10

Keep slight left to continue on WA 18 East

0.2 mi · 31 sec · WA 18 East
11

Merge slight left onto State Route 18

24 mi · 31 min · State Route 18
12

Continue on Snoqualmie Parkway

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway
13

Take the exit slight right toward I 90 East: Spokane

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 90 East: Spokane
14

Merge slight left

252 mi · 4 hr 32 min
15

Merge slight right

11 mi · 14 min
16

Take the exit slight right toward WA 27

0.4 mi · 52 sec · WA 27
17

Turn left onto North Pines Road

148 ft · 11 sec · North Pines Road
18

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4.5-hour drive time and the local road nature, consider an early morning departure from Federal Way to maximize your daylight hours. With only one stop suggested, you'll want to plan it strategically. Since this is a non-highway route, pay close attention to posted speed limits and local traffic patterns, especially as you transition between roads like South 312th Street and Pacific Highway South. Fueling up before you leave Federal Way is a good idea, as opportunities might be less frequent than on a major interstate.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 147.3 miles from Federal Way, WA, or about 2h 18m into the drive.

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 65 miles or 1h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 147.3 miles or 2h 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane Valley, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Federal Way, 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 Federal Way, WA

This is one driving day of about 294.6 miles and 4h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Federal Way, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Chelan County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cashmere, WA

147 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Redmond, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cashmere, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.3 miles from Federal Way, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Cafe Seoul

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Federal Way, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12064605185

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Cafe Seoul

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Federal Way, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12064605185

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 294.6

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 84.2

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 294.6

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 42.1

North Bend, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 84.2

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 294.6

Spokane Valley, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 273.6

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 273.6

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+31880109500

Visit website

Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 294.6

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: 2–9 pm

+15092423831

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.66 one way

$123.31 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $64.66 $129.32
premium $5.77 $66.90 $133.80
diesel $5.61 $65.04 $130.09

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$62

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$87–$112

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 88.4 1 $30.93 $14.14
Efficient EV 73.7 0 $25.78 $11.78
EV Truck/SUV 117.8 1 $41.24 $18.85

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Federal Way, WA

Evening in Federal Way on Saturday

Local time

7:52 PM

PDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Spokane Valley, WA

Evening in Spokane Valley on Saturday

Local time

7:52 PM

PDT

Current temp

45°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

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 37m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive, as this route features a 0% highway share. You'll be spending your entire 4 hours and 37 minutes of travel time on local roads like South 312th Street, Pacific Highway South, and South 320th Street. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch data, it implies frequent turns and intersections will keep you engaged. This isn't a route for setting cruise control; rather, it's a more hands-on driving experience where you'll be actively navigating through communities.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: South 312th Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Federal Way, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 294.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Federal Way, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Spokane Valley, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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