How far is Ferndale, WA from Kent, WA?
The driving distance from Ferndale, WA to Kent, WA is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ferndale and Kent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferndale and Kent.
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Start on Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1887 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
79.2 mi · 1 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
25.8 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South
2523 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on WA 167 South: Auburn
2499 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Valley Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward 84th Avenue South, North Central Avenue
1460 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Central Avenue North
1.3 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue North
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Turn right onto East Gowe Street
930 ft · 30 sec · East Gowe Street
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Turn right 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 Ferndale and Kent.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Main Street
Merge slight left
79.2 mi · 01h 33m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ferndale and Mostly Sunny near Kent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ferndale to Kent?
The road trip is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Smokey Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.5 miles from Ferndale and 58.7 miles from Kent.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 2:36 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.46 one way or $42.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ferndale and Mostly Sunny near Kent.
Stop Ideas Near Smokey Point
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Smokey Point.
Stanwood station
Everett Station
Skagit Transportation Center
Monroe, Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ferndale and Kent. Straight-line distance: 102.58 mi (165.09 km).
#1 Ferndale
City in Whatcom County, Washington, United States
| Population | 15,531 |
| Coordinates | 48.8465000, -122.5910100 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| 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: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $21.46 | $42.91 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $22.82 | $45.65 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $23.66 | $47.32 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $22.41 | $44.83 |
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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