How far is Allyn, WA from Kent, WA?

The driving distance from Allyn, WA to Kent, WA is about 49.7 miles (80 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
49.72 mi
01h 05m
Flight
27.73 mi
44.63 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.73 mi
Kilometers
44.63 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.72 mi
Kilometers
80.02 km
Drive Time
01h 05m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kent
Wed, Apr 15, 2:01 AM PDT
Return by in Allyn
Wed, Apr 15, 3:06 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Allyn
2026-04-15T00:56
Arrive Kent
Wed, Apr 15, 2:01 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:20 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Allyn
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
University Place
WA

City in Pierce County, Washington, United States

From Allyn
24.6 mi
00h 32m
To Kent
25.1 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 10 mph WSW
Destination
55°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Allyn and Kent.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Allyn and Kent.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    22 m · 7 sec

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East North Bay Road

    2 mi · 4 min · East North Bay Road

  3. 3

    Continue on East State Highway 302

    3.7 mi · 7 min · East State Highway 302

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North

    2.7 mi · 5 min · Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North

  5. 5

    Continue on Elgin Clifton Road

    2.9 mi · 5 min · Elgin Clifton Road

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left

    3.3 mi · 6 min

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Goldman Drive Northwest

    1.1 km · 2 min · Goldman Drive Northwest

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn left

    1.4 km · 2 min

  9. 9

    Turn straight

    145 m · 10 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Purdy Drive Northwest

    1.3 km · 1 min · Purdy Drive Northwest

  11. 11

    Take the ramp straight toward WA 16 East

    1834 ft · 47 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight right

    13.1 mi · 17 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left

    1.5 km · 2 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle

    683 ft · 17 sec

  15. 15

    Merge slight left

    1356 ft · 19 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight right

    8.2 mi · 10 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation

    2644 ft · 1 min

  18. 18

    Merge slight left onto State Route 18

    2.4 mi · 3 min · State Route 18

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton

    988 ft · 24 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight right to continue on WA 167 North: Kent, Renton

    2850 ft · 1 min

  21. 21

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    4.8 mi · 6 min · Valley Freeway

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis Street

    1449 ft · 45 sec

  23. 23

    Turn right onto West Willis Street

    1314 ft · 30 sec · West Willis Street

  24. 24

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 4th Avenue South

    73 m · 5 sec · 4th Avenue South

  25. 25

    Exit the roundabout onto 4th Avenue South

    984 ft · 32 sec · 4th Avenue South

  26. 26

    Turn right onto West Gowe Street

    643 ft · 25 sec · West Gowe Street

  27. 27

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South

    3 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Allyn and Kent.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
28 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
4 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
56.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
WA 16 East
14.4 mi · 29%
I 5 North
8.58 mi · 17%
Valley Freeway
4.78 mi · 10%
East State Highway 302
3.73 mi · 8%
Elgin Clifton Road
2.88 mi · 6%
Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North
2.7 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

WA 16 East

Merge slight right

13.1 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22 mi
27.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
University Place
00h 32m from Allyn
Leave By
4:20 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Allyn and Light Rain Likely near Kent.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Allyn to Kent?

The road trip is about 49.7 miles (80 km) and usually takes 01h 05m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

University Place is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Allyn and 25.1 miles from Kent.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.16 one way or $18.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Allyn and Light Rain Likely near Kent.

Stop Ideas Near University Place

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around University Place and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 5.6 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
City of Puyallup
Meeting point 13.6 mi away

City of Puyallup

Puyallup , WA
333 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371
Rating 3.3/5 23 reviews City Hall
Tacoma City Hall
Nearby stop 5.5 mi away

Tacoma City Hall

Tacoma , WA
747 Market St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.7/5 6 reviews Municipal administration office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to University Place.

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

10 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Centennial Station

33 mi away
6600 Yelm Highway S.E.
RAIL

Tukwila station

34 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

44 mi away
303 South Jackson Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Allyn and Kent. Straight-line distance: 27.73 mi (44.63 km).

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#1 Allyn

Allyn is a place in Washington, United States.

Population0
Coordinates47.3856500, -122.8276400
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Kent

#2 Kent

The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population130,676
Coordinates47.3809300, -122.2348400
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
Start: (-122.827571, 47.385839)
End: West Gowe Street (-122.234827, 47.380901)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 80 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.75 gal
6.64 L · about $9.16
Round trip
$18.32
3.5 gal · 13.28 L
Estimated CO2
15.6 kg one way
Round trip: 31.1 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $9.16 $18.32
Mid-grade $5.57 $9.74 $19.48
Premium $5.77 $10.10 $20.20
Diesel $5.47 $9.57 $19.13

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Allyn and Kent. The current time is 00:56:19.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.