Origin
Kingsgate, WA
Late night in Kingsgate on Sunday
Local time
12:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingsgate, 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
38m
Distance
26.3 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingsgate, WA
Alexander F Ungerer
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Kingsgate to Kent, you are looking at a straightforward 26.3-mile journey across the Pacific Coast region. Expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-405, the Valley Freeway, and Central Avenue North. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick local trip, this drive is efficient and simple to manage.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 17 mi | 21m |
| Valley Freeway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Central Avenue North | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 121st Avenue Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 132nd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 116th Way Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 116th Avenue Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Gowe Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 17 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsgate, WA and Kent, WA.
1
Start on 121st Avenue Northeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
121st Avenue Northeast
2
Turn right onto Northeast 132nd Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Northeast 132nd Street
3
Enter roundabout onto Northeast 132nd Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northeast 132nd Street
4
Continue on Northeast 132nd Street
374 ft
·
9 sec
·
Northeast 132nd Street
5
Enter roundabout onto 116th Way Northeast
192 ft
·
4 sec
·
116th Way Northeast
6
Continue on 116th Way Northeast
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
116th Way Northeast
7
Continue on 116th Avenue Northeast
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
116th Avenue Northeast
8
Turn left onto Northeast 124th Street
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northeast 124th Street
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 405 South: Renton
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 405
17 mi
·
21 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto WA 167
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Valley Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward 84th Avenue South, North Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Central Avenue North
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Central Avenue North
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto East Gowe Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Gowe Street
17
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
18
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue South
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 24.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Northeast 124th Street
Turn left onto Northeast 124th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
19 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue Sou...
7
19.5 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 167 South: Auburn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn
7
24.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward 84th Avenue South, North Central Avenue
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 84th Avenue South, North Central Avenue
6
24.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
Central Avenue North
Turn left onto Central Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.50 one way
$11.01 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.97 | $11.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.81 | $11.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Kent, WA
Late night in Kent on Sunday
Local time
12:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Chance Light Rain
S 7 mph
36% chance
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
12 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
38m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 26.3-mile path is a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the route consisting of major thoroughfares. You should be prepared for a consistent pace, anchored by a 17-mile stretch on I-405 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The transition from the interstate to the Valley Freeway and Central Avenue North shifts the feel from high-speed transit to more localized traffic flow. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
82% 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: 17 mi on I 405.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and Valley Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near Northeast 124th Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 26.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (Northeast 124th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kingsgate, WA and Kent, WA, road signs point toward Rainier Avenue South and 84Th Avenue South.
Rainier Avenue South
19 mi in
|
~26m
84Th Avenue South
24.6 mi in
|
~34m
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 38m. Total distance: 26.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17 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 Kent, 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 1.6 miles (Northeast 124th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Kent, 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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