Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
35.5 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maplewood, WA
Jason Kim
This straightforward 35.5-mile drive from Kent, WA to Maplewood, WA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 56 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate via WA 16, I 5, and the Valley Freeway, with about 66% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $7, making it an economical option. Given its short distance and efficient route, it's perfect for a quick excursion without the need for an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so expect a consistent regional feel throughout.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 16 | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| I 5 | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| Valley Freeway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Peacock Hill Avenue Northwest | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| State Route 18 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Crescent Valley Drive Northwest | 1 mi | 2m |
| Peacock Hill Road Northwest | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Stinson Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, WA and Maplewood, WA.
Start on 2nd Avenue South
Turn right onto West Gowe Street
Turn left onto 4th Avenue South
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto WA 516
Turn left
Merge onto WA 167
Take the exit
Merge onto WA 18
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto WA 16
Take the exit
Continue on Stinson Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Stinson Avenue
Continue on Stinson Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Harborview Drive
Continue on Harborview Drive
Continue on North Harborview Drive
Turn left onto Peacock Hill Avenue
Continue on Peacock Hill Road Northwest
Continue on Peacock Hill Avenue Northwest
Enter roundabout onto Peacock Hill Road Northwest
Continue on Peacock Hill Road Northwest
Continue on Peacock Hill Avenue Northwest
Turn right onto 144th Street Northwest
At end of road, turn left onto Crescent Valley Drive Northwest
Turn right onto Southeast 160th Street
At end of road, turn right onto 14th Avenue Northwest
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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.
A short stop after about 35.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Kent, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.9 and 27.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Wollochet Drive Northwest, City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$7.43 one way
$14.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| premium | $5.77 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.84 | $15.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Kent on Tuesday
Local time
2:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Slight Chance Light Rain
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:24AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Late night in Maplewood on Tuesday
Local time
2:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:24AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route offers a highway-focused experience, with 66% of the drive utilizing major roadways like WA 16, I 5, and the Valley Freeway. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 8.8 miles on WA 16, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While predominantly highway, the inclusion of different freeways suggests a dynamic feel rather than a monotonous single-road experience. Expect a driving environment that prioritizes efficiency and direct travel between your two Washington locations.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 16 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 24 decision points packed into just 35.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kent, WA and Maplewood, WA, road signs point toward Tacoma, Bremerton, Wollochet Drive Northwest and City Center.
Tacoma
Bremerton
Wollochet Drive Northwest
City Center
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 35.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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