Origin
Parkland, WA
Late night in Parkland on Tuesday
Local time
1:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parkland, WA to Kent, WA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
24.2 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parkland, WA
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Trip Overview
Parkland, WA to Kent, WA is 24.2 miles and takes about 32 minutes via Valley Freeway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive entirely within Washington's Pacific Coast region. Given its short distance and quick travel time, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing for plenty of flexibility. You’ll primarily be on well-maintained freeways, making for an efficient journey between these two nearby cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Freeway | 13 mi | 16m |
| WA 512 | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| West Willis Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pacific Avenue South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Gowe Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 112th Street South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Valley Freeway
— 13 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkland, WA and Kent, WA.
1
Start on 112th Street South
40 ft
·
4 sec
·
112th Street South
2
Turn right onto WA 7
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Pacific Avenue South
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward WA 512 East: Puyallup
4
Merge onto WA 512
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
WA 512
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward WA 167 North, WA 410 East: Seattle, Yakima
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto WA 167
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto WA 516
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Willis Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Enter roundabout onto 4th Avenue South
238 ft
·
5 sec
·
4th Avenue South
10
Continue on 4th Avenue South
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
4th Avenue South
11
Turn right onto West Gowe Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Gowe Street
12
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
13
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue South
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.6 — 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
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WA 7 / Pacific Avenue South
Turn right onto WA 7 / Pacific Avenue South
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward WA 512 East: Puyallup
Navigation decision point
Toward WA 512 East: Puyallup
8
9.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North, WA 410 East: Seattle, Yakima
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward WA 167 North, WA 410 East: Seattle, Yaki...
7
23.3 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
6
23.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
WA 516 / West Willis Street
Turn right onto WA 516 / West Willis Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.06 one way
$10.13 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.50 | $10.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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 Tuesday
Local time
1:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
32m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 92% of the 24.2 miles on freeway conditions. You'll spend most of your time on the Valley Freeway and WA 512, offering a consistent, high-speed travel feel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13 miles on the Valley Freeway, meaning you won't be dealing with frequent exits or traffic lights for a significant portion of the journey. Expect a smooth, direct ride that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13 mi on Valley Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Valley Freeway and WA 512. 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 7 / Pacific Avenue South.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 24.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 32m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WA 7 / Pacific Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.7 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.
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 Parkland, WA to Kent, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Yakima along the way.
Yakima
9.7 mi in
|
~12m
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 32m. Total distance: 24.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13 miles on Valley Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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.
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: near the start (WA 7 / Pacific Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.7 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.
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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