Country Homes, WA to Kent, WA is 284.7 miles and takes about 5h 27m via I 90 and State Route 18, with a fuel budget near $60 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Washington State, beginning and ending in the Pacific Coast region. Given its predominantly highway profile, expect a straightforward drive for most of the 284.7 miles. It's a solid option if you need to cover ground efficiently between these two points, fitting comfortably into a single day of travel.
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
142.3 miles from Country Homes, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
252 mi
4h 32m
State Route 18
15.8 mi
20m
North Division Street
5.6 mi
13m
US 2
3 mi
3m
Southeast 272nd Street
2 mi
3m
Southeast Kent Kangley Road
1.8 mi
3m
Canyon Drive
1 mi
1m
North Newport Highway
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 252 mi, about 4h 32m
Traffic on I-90
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 47 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~978 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,681
Quietest
2 AM
~83 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Country Homes, WA and Kent, WA.
1
Start on North Andrew Street
165 ft·12 sec·North Andrew Street
2
Turn left onto East Graves Road
375 ft·18 sec·East Graves Road
3
Turn right onto US 2
0.7 mi·1 min·North Newport Highway
4
Turn slight left onto US 2; US 395
5.6 mi·13 min·North Division Street
5
Continue on US 2; US 395
0.5 mi·1 min·North Browne Street
6
Take the ramp onto US 2; US 395
3.0 mi·3 min·US 2; US 395
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
57 mi·1 hr·I 90; US 395
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
195 mi·3 hr 31 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 25Toward WA 18 West: AuburnUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
448 ft·13 sec
Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, TacomaUse the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Merge onto WA 18
0.3 mi·25 sec·Snoqualmie Parkway
12
Continue on WA 18
16 mi·20 min·State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward WA 516: South East 272nd Street, CovingtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto WA 516
2.0 mi·3 min·Southeast 272nd Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Continue on WA 516
0.2 mi·16 sec·Southeast Kent-Kangley Road
16
Continue on WA 516
1.8 mi·3 min·Southeast Kent Kangley Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Continue on WA 516
0.4 mi·55 sec·Southeast 256th Street
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on WA 516
1.0 mi·1 min·Canyon Drive
19
Continue on WA 516
0.1 mi·20 sec·East Smith Street
20
Turn left onto East Titus Street
0.2 mi·40 sec·East Titus Street
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on East Gowe Street
0.3 mi·56 sec·East Gowe Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
10 ft·0 sec·2nd Avenue South
23
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue South
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 27m duration, departing in the morning will give you ample time to reach Kent before evening. The majority of the drive is on I 90, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, keeping in mind the estimated $60 cost. While the route is designed for a single day, the longest stretch without a major change in road type is 252 miles on I 90, so consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs. Pay attention to the transition from I 90 to State Route 18 as you approach Kent; this marks the end of the extensive highway cruising.
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 142.3 miles from Country Homes, WA, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 252 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 63 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.3 miles or 2h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 22m
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 Country Homes, 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 Country Homes, WA
This is one driving day of about 284.7 miles and 5h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Country Homes, 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 252 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 66.4 and 284.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
66.4 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
261.8 mi into trip|~4h 53m 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
262 mi into trip|~4h 53m 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
278.3 mi into trip|~5h 14m 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
284.1 mi into trip|~5h 26m in|East Titus Street
Turn left onto East Titus Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.46 one way
$110.92 round trip
$4.95/gal25.4 MPG avg100 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.18
$58.11
$116.21
premium
$5.39
$60.43
$120.85
diesel
$4.80
$53.76
$107.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
85.4
1
$29.89
$13.67
Efficient EV
71.2
0
$24.91
$11.39
EV Truck/SUV
113.9
1
$39.86
$18.22
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Country Homes, WA
Morning
in Country Homes on Sunday
Local time
11:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Smoke
S 6 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Kent, WA
Morning
in Kent on Sunday
Local time
11:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Partly Cloudy
W 1 to 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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
5h 27m 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.
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...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 284.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 95% of the 284.7 miles on high-speed roads like I 90. You'll experience a longest stretch of 252 miles on I 90 before transitioning to State Route 18 and then North Division Street. Expect to encounter a significant number of exits and potential merging traffic as you approach urban areas, especially as you near Kent.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 252 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 18. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 66.4 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 284.7 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: at 66.4 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 261.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 262 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,445 ft44 ft
Total Climb
2,533 ft
Total Descent
4,439 ft
Highest Point
2,445 ft
~223.7 mi in
Elevation Range
2,401 ft
Notable High Points
2,359 ft at ~162.7 miles+789 ft prominence
2,445 ft at ~223.7 miles+530 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Country Homes, WA and Kent, WA, road signs point toward Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 27m. Total distance: 284.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 252 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 66.4 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 261.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 262 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 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.
