Traveling from Five Corners to Kent covers a distance of 151.3 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 29 minutes of drive time. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, you should plan for this to be a straightforward one-day trip. Budget about $32 for fuel to complete the journey through the Pacific Coast region. You will spend your time navigating local surface streets rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. Since this trip is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need to worry about overnight accommodations unless you prefer a slower pace. It serves as a practical, direct connection between these two Washington locations.
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
74.3 miles from Five Corners, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
133.7 mi
2h 32m
Valley Freeway
4.8 mi
5m
I 205
4.2 mi
5m
State Route 18
2.4 mi
3m
Northeast Padden Parkway
0.8 mi
1m
West Willis Street
0.2 mi
<1m
4th Avenue South
0.2 mi
<1m
West Gowe Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 133.7 mi, about 2h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Five Corners, WA and Kent, WA.
1
Start on this road
57 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Northeast 86th Street
252 ft·16 sec·Northeast 86th Street
3
Turn left onto Northeast 94th Avenue
0.1 mi·14 sec·Northeast 94th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Northeast Padden Parkway
0.8 mi·1 min·Northeast Padden Parkway
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·2 min
Toward I 205 North: SeattleUse the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 205
4.2 mi·5 min·I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 5
126 mi·2 hr 21 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
8.2 mi·10 min·I 5
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 142AToward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot ReservationUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto WA 18
2.4 mi·3 min·State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward WA 167 North: Kent, RentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward WA 167 North: Kent, RentonUse the right lane.
13
Merge onto WA 167
4.8 mi·5 min·Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto WA 516
0.2 mi·30 sec·West Willis Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Enter roundabout onto 4th Avenue South
238 ft·5 sec·4th Avenue South
17
Continue on 4th Avenue South
0.2 mi·31 sec·4th Avenue South
18
Turn right onto West Gowe Street
0.1 mi·24 sec·West Gowe Street
19
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South
10 ft·0 sec·2nd Avenue South
20
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue South
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to account for the 2 hour and 29 minute duration, keeping in mind that local road traffic can vary. Since this trip includes zero planned stops, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break or a refueling stop, keeping your $32 fuel budget in mind. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, ensure your navigation system is updated before you head out to manage the specific turns on Northeast 86th Street and Northeast Padden Parkway effectively. Staying alert for changing local speed limits will help you navigate this route safely. Embracing the lack of a rigid highway schedule allows you to adjust your own pace as you move through the Pacific Coast region.
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 74.3 miles from Five Corners, WA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.7 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 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.3 miles or 1h 26m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kent, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Five Corners, 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 Five Corners, WA
This is one driving day of about 148.6 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Five Corners, 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 133.7 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 147.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 205 North: Seattle
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 205 North: Seattle
8
139.3 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
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 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservat...
7
142.2 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
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 167 North: Kent, Renton
8
142.4 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
7
147.7 mi into trip|~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis 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.
Toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.10 one way
$62.20 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$32.62
$65.23
premium
$5.77
$33.75
$67.49
diesel
$5.61
$32.81
$65.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.6
0
$15.60
$7.13
Efficient EV
37.2
0
$13.00
$5.94
EV Truck/SUV
59.4
0
$20.80
$9.51
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Five Corners, WA
Late night
in Five Corners on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kent, WA
Late night
in Kent on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°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
1 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
2h 55m 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...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 148.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this 151.3-mile route consists entirely of local roads with zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via Northeast 86th Street, Northeast 94th Avenue, and Northeast Padden Parkway throughout the duration. This profile results in a turn-heavy journey that requires your full attention compared to a standard interstate cruise. Because there are no major highway stretches, the drive maintains a consistent, steady pace through the local landscape. You should be prepared for frequent maneuvering rather than long, uninterrupted periods of driving.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 133.7 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Valley Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 148.6 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 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 139.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
474 ft42 ft
Total Climb
579 ft
Total Descent
740 ft
Highest Point
474 ft
~63.7 mi in
Elevation Range
433 ft
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 Five Corners, WA to Kent, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 148.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 133.7 miles on I 5. 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 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: at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 139.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kent, WA before heading back.
