How far is Chehalis, WA from Kent, WA?
The driving distance from Chehalis, WA to Kent, WA is about 73.6 miles (118.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.4 miles (97.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in the state of Washington
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chehalis and Kent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chehalis and Kent.
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Start on the route
36 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Market Boulevard
24 m · 6 sec · North Market Boulevard
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Turn right onto West Main Street
3190 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 5 North
2212 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
55 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Keep slight right
8.2 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
2644 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto State Route 18
2.4 mi · 3 min · State Route 18
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
988 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
2850 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Valley Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis Street
1449 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto West Willis Street
1314 ft · 30 sec · West Willis Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 4th Avenue South
73 m · 5 sec · 4th Avenue South
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Exit the roundabout onto 4th Avenue South
984 ft · 32 sec · 4th Avenue South
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Turn right onto West Gowe Street
643 ft · 25 sec · West Gowe Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South
3 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chehalis and Kent.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 5 North
Merge slight left
55 mi · 01h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Chehalis 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 Chehalis to Kent?
The road trip is about 73.6 miles (118.4 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
DuPont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.8 miles from Chehalis and 36.8 miles from Kent.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.4 miles (97.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 3:54 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.55 one way or $27.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Chehalis and Light Rain Likely near Kent.
Stop Ideas Near DuPont
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Steilacoom Town Of Firsts
Lakewood City Hall
Lacey Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to DuPont.
Centennial Station
Tacoma Dome Station
Centralia station
Tukwila station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chehalis and Kent. Straight-line distance: 60.38 mi (97.18 km).
#1 Chehalis
City in and county seat of Lewis County, Washington, United States
| Population | 7,825 |
| Coordinates | 46.6620500, -122.9640200 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kent
The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 130,676 |
| Coordinates | 47.3809300, -122.2348400 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Gowe Street (-122.234827, 47.380901)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.23 | $13.55 | $27.11 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $14.42 | $28.84 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $14.95 | $29.89 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $14.16 | $28.32 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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