Origin
Federal Way, WA
Evening in Federal Way on Saturday
Local time
7:48 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Federal Way, WA to Sumas, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
133.3 mi
214 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sumas, WA
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Trip Overview
This 133.3-mile journey from Federal Way, WA, to Sumas, WA, will take approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes of driving time. Designed as a single-day trip, it's a straightforward drive with a modest fuel cost estimated at $28. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, with no highway sections to speak of. You'll be navigating through the Pacific Coast region for the entirety of this trip, staying within Washington state. This drive is best suited for those who prefer navigating local streets and don't mind a more involved driving experience.
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
66.6 miles from Federal Way, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 107.4 mi | 2h 9m |
| Everson Goshen Road | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| Nooksack Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Pacific Highway South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Mount Baker Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Sunset Drive | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Easterbrook Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Badger Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 107.4 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federal Way, WA and Sumas, WA.
1
Start on this road
24 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South 312th Street
158 ft
·
7 sec
·
South 312th Street
3
Turn right onto WA 99
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pacific Highway South
4
Turn right onto South 272nd Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 272nd Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I-5 North: Seattle
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 5
107 mi
·
2 hr 9 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 255
Toward WA 542 East: Sunset Drive, Mount Baker
8
Turn right onto WA 542
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Sunset Drive
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on WA 542
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Mount Baker Highway
10
Turn left onto Everson Goshen Road
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Everson Goshen Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto WA 544
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Everson Goshen Road
12
Continue on WA 544
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Mead Avenue
13
Continue on WA 544
219 ft
·
5 sec
·
Mead Avenue
14
Continue on WA 544
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Kale Street
15
Continue on WA 544
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Everson Road
16
Continue on WA 544
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
17
Continue on WA 544
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Columbia Street
18
Turn left onto WA 9
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Nooksack Road
19
Turn right onto WA 9
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Badger Road
20
Turn straight onto WA 9
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Easterbrook Road
21
Continue on WA 9
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Street
22
Arrive at destination
WA 9
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 53-minute duration and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, planning for a single day is realistic. Aim to depart Federal Way earlier in the day to avoid potential local traffic congestion, especially as you navigate through various streets. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost of around $28, this trip is quite manageable. Keep an eye on your navigation system, as the frequent turns and local road focus mean it's easy to miss a turn if you're not paying close attention. This route is a great option if you appreciate a more engaged driving experience rather than cruising on an interstate.
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 66.6 miles from Federal Way, WA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.4 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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.6 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sumas, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Federal Way, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 133.3 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 107.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.6 miles from Federal Way, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 111.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South 312th Street
Turn left onto South 312th Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
South 272nd Street
Turn right onto South 272nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
3.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I-5 North: Seattle
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-5 North: Seattle
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
111.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward WA 542 East: Sunset Drive, Mount Baker
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 255
Toward WA 542 East: Sunset Drive, Mount Baker
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.90 one way
$55.80 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $29.26 | $58.52 |
| premium | $5.77 | $30.27 | $60.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.43 | $58.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40 | 0 | $14.00 | $6.40 |
| Efficient EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.66 | $5.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Sumas, WA
Evening in Sumas on Saturday
Local time
7:48 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 53m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 23
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 133.3-mile route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be making frequent turns and navigating through more populated areas rather than open highways. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, suggesting a continuous series of intersections and changes in road names, including South 312th Street, Pacific Highway South, and South 272nd Street. This driving character implies a pace that is more deliberate and less about covering long distances quickly, requiring your full attention throughout the 2-hour and 53-minute duration.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.4 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Everson Goshen Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 312th Street.
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 2h 53m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 312th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (South 272nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Federal Way, WA to Sumas, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Baker along the way.
Mount Baker
111.1 mi in
|
~2h 16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 133.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 107.4 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: near the start (South 312th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (South 272nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sumas, WA before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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