Origin
Maltby, WA
Late night in Maltby on Sunday
Local time
1:13 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maltby, 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
54m
Distance
40.8 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maltby, WA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 40.8-mile drive from Maltby, WA to Federal Way, WA should take about 54 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on major highways, with an 88% highway share, so expect a quick and efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, which is quite budget-friendly for a trip of this length. Given its short duration, no overnight stays are necessary. This route is a common commute path within the Pacific Coast region, connecting two points in Washington state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 23.5 mi | 29m |
| I 5 | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| State Route 522 | 5 mi | 6m |
| Pacific Highway South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South 272nd Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Maltby Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Yew Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Paradise Lake Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 23.5 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maltby, WA and Federal Way, WA.
1
Start on Broadway Avenue
127 ft
·
7 sec
·
Broadway Avenue
2
Turn slight right onto WA 524
397 ft
·
11 sec
·
Maltby Road
3
Turn right onto 87th Avenue Southeast
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
87th Avenue Southeast
4
Turn right
124 ft
·
13 sec
5
Turn left onto WA 524
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Maltby Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto WA 524
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Yew Way
7
Turn left onto WA 524
282 ft
·
8 sec
·
Paradise Lake Road
8
Turn right onto WA 522
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 522
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn slight left onto I 405
23 mi
·
29 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 5 South: Portland
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 5
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 147
Toward South 272nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto South 272nd Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 272nd Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto WA 99; WA 509
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pacific Highway South
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Turn left onto South 312th Street
209 ft
·
9 sec
·
South 312th Street
17
Turn right
24 ft
·
1 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from Maltby, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 37.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
WA 524 / Yew Way
At end of road, turn right onto WA 524 / Yew Way
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
WA 522 / State Route 522
Turn right onto WA 522 / State Route 522
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
5.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 405 South: Bellevue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue
6
29.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Portland
7
37.3 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward South 272nd Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 147
Toward South 272nd Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.54 one way
$17.08 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $8.96 | $17.91 |
| premium | $5.77 | $9.27 | $18.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Federal Way on Sunday
Local time
1:13 AM
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
11 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
54m 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 drive for the most part, with 88% of the journey utilizing major interstates like I-405 and I-5, along with State Route 522. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.5 miles on I-405. This means you'll experience consistent speeds for significant portions of the trip. While the focus is on efficient travel, the mix of interstates offers a dynamic driving experience as you navigate through the urban and suburban landscapes of Washington.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.5 mi on I 405.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near WA 524 / Yew Way.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 40.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (WA 524 / Yew Way): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.5 miles (WA 522 / State Route 522): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Federal Way, WA
Full guide →Federal Way is a city in King County on the Puget Sound of Washington State. It is the home of the Pacific Bonsai Museum and Rhododendron Species Botanical Gardens. With a population of 96,000 (2016), Federal Way is one of Seattle's largest suburbs.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 40.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.5 miles on I 405. 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 0.3 miles (WA 524 / Yew Way): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.5 miles (WA 522 / State Route 522): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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