Origin
Lofall, WA
Evening in Lofall on Saturday
Local time
7:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lofall, WA to Federal Way, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
62.4 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lofall, WA
Rui Dias
Trip Overview
This 62.4-mile drive from Lofall to Federal Way, WA, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 24 minutes. Primarily utilizing State Highways 16 and 3 Northwest before merging onto I-5, this route is almost entirely highway driving at 93%. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion. Since there are no designated stops in the data, this route is best suited for a quick transit, offering a direct path through the Pacific Coast region of Washington.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 16 | 26.5 mi | 33m |
| State Highway 3 Northwest | 19.3 mi | 25m |
| I 5 | 10.3 mi | 12m |
| State Highway 3 West | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South 320th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Lofall Road Northwest | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pacific Highway South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Pioneer Way Northwest | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 16
— 26.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lofall, WA and Federal Way, WA.
1
Start on Northwest Lofall Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Northwest Lofall Road
2
Continue on Lofall Road Northwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lofall Road Northwest
3
At end of road, turn left onto Pioneer Way Northwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Pioneer Way Northwest
4
Turn right onto WA 3
19 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 3 Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on WA 3
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 3 West
6
Continue on WA 16
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West State Route 16
7
Continue on WA 16
27 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 5
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 5
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 143
Toward Federal Way, South 320th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto South 320th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 320th Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto WA 99
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Pacific Highway South
15
Turn right onto South 312th Street
158 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 312th Street
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right
24 ft
·
1 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.2 miles from Lofall, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 60.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest
Turn right onto WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
6
50.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m 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
60.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.06 one way
$26.12 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $13.70 | $27.39 |
| premium | $5.77 | $14.17 | $28.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Federal Way, WA
Evening in Federal Way on Saturday
Local time
7:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
1h 24m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 1-hour, 24-minute journey. You'll spend 93% of your time on major roadways, including State Highway 16, which features the longest continuous stretch at 26.5 miles. The route transitions from state highways to the interstate, providing a consistent pace for most of the 62.4 miles. This isn't a route for leisurely sightseeing, but rather for efficient travel between destinations.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.5 mi on State Highway 16.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 16 and State Highway 3 Northwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 62.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.5 miles on State Highway 16. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Federal Way, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.3 miles: 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.
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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