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Trip from Asotin, WA to Kent, WA

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

Drive Time

6h 45m

Distance

311.7 mi

502 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$65

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
6h 34m ★
6 AM
6h 46m
8 AM
7h 9m
10 AM
6h 54m
12 PM
6h 52m
3 PM
6h 55m
5 PM
7h 8m
8 PM
6h 39m

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

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town in Washington state, United States

Asotin, WA

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Trip Overview

This 308.6-mile journey from Asotin, WA to Kent, WA is designed to be completed in about 5 hours and 32 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. The route primarily uses Washington Street, 1st Street, and State Route 129, indicating a more local and potentially winding experience rather than an interstate cruise. With an estimated fuel cost of $65, it's an economical option for a single day of travel. You'll navigate through the Pacific Coast region throughout your drive, experiencing a consistent regional feel. This drive is best suited for those who don't mind a bit of a turn-heavy local drive and are looking for a direct, single-day transit.

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

155.9 miles from Asotin, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 112.3 mi 2h 2m
State Route 26 63.1 mi 1h 20m
State Route 261 29.3 mi 51m
US Highway 12 25 mi 31m
State Route 18 15.8 mi 20m
Main Street 13.8 mi 16m
Road 13 Southwest 10.2 mi 15m
US 12 8.5 mi 10m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 112.3 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Asotin, WA and Kent, WA.

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Start on this road

166 ft · 15 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto WA 129

519 ft · 23 sec · Washington Street
3

Turn left onto WA 129

0.4 mi · 1 min · 1st Street
4

Continue on WA 129

0.3 mi · 40 sec · State Route 129
5

Continue on WA 129

2.3 mi · 3 min · Riverside Drive
6

Turn left onto 13th Street

3.2 mi · 5 min · 13th Street
7

Turn left onto US 12

1.5 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street
8

Continue on US 12

1.4 mi · 1 min · Inland Empire Highway
9

Continue on US 12

25 mi · 31 min · US Highway 12
10

Continue on US 12

0.5 mi · 36 sec · Villard
11

Continue on US 12

14 mi · 16 min · Main Street
12

Turn right onto US 12

150 ft · 9 sec · Owens Road
13

Turn left onto US 12

8.5 mi · 10 min · US 12
14

Take the exit

302 ft · 8 sec
15

Turn straight onto WA 261

29 mi · 51 min · State Route 261
16

At end of road, turn right onto WA 260; WA 261

6.4 mi · 11 min · WA 260; WA 261
17

Turn left onto WA 26

2.9 mi · 3 min · State Highway 26
18

Continue on WA 26

63 mi · 1 hr 20 min · State Route 26
19

Continue on WA 26

10 mi · 15 min · Road 13 Southwest
20

Continue on WA 26

6.9 mi · 10 min · State Route 26 West
21

Continue on this road

0.7 mi · 1 min · this road
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
22

Merge onto I 90

112 mi · 2 hr 2 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 25 Toward WA 18 West: Auburn Use the slight right lane.
24

Keep slight left at fork

448 ft · 13 sec
Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25

Merge onto WA 18

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway
26

Continue on WA 18

16 mi · 20 min · State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward WA 516: South East 272nd Street, Covington Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Turn right onto WA 516

2.0 mi · 3 min · Southeast 272nd Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
29

Continue on WA 516

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Southeast Kent-Kangley Road
30

Continue on WA 516

1.8 mi · 3 min · Southeast Kent Kangley Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
31

Continue on WA 516

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Southeast 256th Street
Use the left lane.
32

Continue on WA 516

1.0 mi · 1 min · Canyon Drive
33

Continue on WA 516

0.1 mi · 20 sec · East Smith Street
34

Turn left onto East Titus Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · East Titus Street
Use the left lane.
35

Continue on East Gowe Street

0.3 mi · 56 sec · East Gowe Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
36

Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South

10 ft · 0 sec · 2nd Avenue South
37

Arrive at destination

2nd Avenue South

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour, 32-minute duration, departing in the morning is recommended to allow ample time for your 308.6-mile drive. With only one stop suggested, you can be flexible with your pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $65 estimated cost is based on the entire trip. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you should remain alert and mindful of the road conditions throughout. A good tip for this route is to pre-program your navigation, as the frequent turns on State Route 129 and local streets might make it easy to miss a crucial junction if you're relying solely on quick glances.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 155.9 miles from Asotin, WA, or about 3h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.3 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 69 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 155.9 miles or 3h 37m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 34m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Asotin, 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 Asotin, WA

This is one driving day of about 311.7 miles and 6h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Asotin, 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 90 for about 112.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Kittitas County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kittitas, WA

156 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

College Place, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cascade Valley, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 155.9 miles from Asotin, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.3 miles.

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 Restaurant

Mama Stortini's Restaurant & Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kent, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 311.7

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12538545050

Visit website

The Cow Path Bakery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Othello, Washington

1.4 mi

509 Philly Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kittitas, Washington

1.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Kix Stand Espresso

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Othello, Washington

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 133.6

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+15094889969

Lighthouse Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Othello, Washington

1.4 mi

Daisy Mae's Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kent, Washington

3 mi

Mama Stortini's Restaurant & Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 311.7

Kent, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12538545050

Visit website

The Cow Path Bakery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 133.6

Othello, Washington

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+15093317074

Visit website

509 Philly Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 200.4

Kittitas, Washington

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15098565946

Visit website

Ironworks Cafe & Market

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 133.6

Othello, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+15095929710

Visit website

Ramiro's Bar and Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 133.6

Othello, Washington

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+15094882990

Desert Rose Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 133.6

Othello, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15093313416

Visit website

Gard Public House Restaurant & Inn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 155.9

Royal City, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15094141484

Visit website

La Perla Tapatia Mexican Restaurant ll

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 155.9

Royal City, Washington

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15093315899

Visit website

Kix Stand Espresso

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 133.6

Othello, Washington

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+15094889969

Lighthouse Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 133.6

Othello, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15093809293

Visit website

Daisy Mae's Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 311.7

Kent, Washington

Hours: 4:30 am–5 pm

+12538725580

Candor Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 311.7

Renton, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12532368630

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 200.4

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 267.2

Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Visit website

Circle K Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 200.4

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 200.4

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Wanapum Recreation Area

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 178.1

Vantage, Washington

+15098562700

Visit website

Clearwater Canyon Cellars

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Lewiston, Idaho

Hours: 12–5 pm

+12088164679

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 311.2 — 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 | WA 129 / Washington Street

Turn right onto WA 129 / Washington Street

Navigation decision point

7
288.8 mi into trip | ~6h 11m in

Take the exit toward WA 18 West: Auburn

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 25 Toward WA 18 West: Auburn
9
289.1 mi into trip | ~6h 11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / left / right lanes. Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn,...
7
305.3 mi into trip | ~6h 32m in

Take the exit toward WA 516: South East 272nd Street, Covington

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. Toward WA 516: South East 272nd Street, Covingt...
7
311.2 mi into trip | ~6h 44m in | East Titus Street

Turn left onto East Titus Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$65.24 one way

$130.47 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $68.41 $136.83
premium $5.77 $70.78 $141.57
diesel $5.61 $68.82 $137.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$65

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 93.5 1 $32.73 $14.96
Efficient EV 77.9 0 $27.27 $12.47
EV Truck/SUV 124.7 1 $43.64 $19.95

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

36 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

Asotin, WA

Night in Asotin on Saturday

Local time

9:17 PM

PDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kent, WA

Night in Kent on Saturday

Local time

9:17 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

3 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

6h 45m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 308.6-mile trip, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be on roads that require more frequent steering adjustments and attention, rather than long, straight stretches of highway. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch mentioned, be prepared for a continuous series of turns and intersections throughout the 5-hour and 32-minute duration. This driving profile suggests a route that winds through local areas, offering a different pace than typical freeway travel. You'll be engaged with the road for the entirety of the journey.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.3 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Route 26. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WA 129 / Washington Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 311.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (WA 129 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 288.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 289.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Asotin, WA and Kent, WA, road signs point toward Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.

Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn

289.1 mi in | ~6h 11m

Tacoma

289.1 mi in | ~6h 11m

About the Cities

Arriving in Kent, WA

Full guide →

Kent is the fourth largest city in King County in the Puget Sound region of Washington State, between Seattle and Tacoma.

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 6h 45m. Total distance: 311.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 45m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 112.3 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

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 Kent, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (WA 129 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 288.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 289.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kent, WA before the return drive.

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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