How far is Kent, WA from Mukilteo, WA?

The driving distance from Kent, WA to Mukilteo, WA is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
43.81 mi
01h 00m
Flight
39.08 mi
62.89 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
39.08 mi
Kilometers
62.89 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
43.81 mi
Kilometers
70.5 km
Drive Time
01h 00m

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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 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mukilteo
Thu, Apr 23, 12:42 AM PDT
Return by in Kent
Thu, Apr 23, 1:43 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kent
2026-04-22T23:42
Arrive Mukilteo
Thu, Apr 23, 12:42 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:30 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kent
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
Kirkland
WA

A city in King County, Washington.

From Kent
21.9 mi
00h 30m
To Mukilteo
21.9 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
9 mph SW
Destination
56°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 2nd Avenue South

    3 m · 4 sec · 2nd Avenue South

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Gowe Street

    643 ft · 25 sec · West Gowe Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue South

    829 ft · 24 sec · 4th Avenue South

  4. 4

    Turn slight right

    56 m · 7 sec

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto West Willis Street

    1273 ft · 32 sec · West Willis Street

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right toward WA 167 North: Renton

    2343 ft · 46 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    5.9 mi · 7 min · Valley Freeway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 405 North: Bellevue

    1.3 km · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    16.6 mi · 21 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right

    8.4 mi · 11 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right

    2.3 mi · 3 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    5.8 mi · 9 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit straight

    812 ft · 22 sec

  14. 14

    Continue on Paine Field Boulevard

    1.2 km · 1 min · Paine Field Boulevard

  15. 15

    Turn left onto 84th Street Southwest

    2170 ft · 45 sec · 84th Street Southwest

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Mukilteo Speedway

    1.7 mi · 4 min · Mukilteo Speedway

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Mukilteo Speedway

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
38.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 405 North
34 mi · 78%
Valley Freeway
5.94 mi · 14%
Mukilteo Speedway
1.67 mi · 4%
Paine Field Boulevard
0.77 mi · 2%
WA 167 North
0.44 mi · 1%
84th Street Southwest
0.41 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 405 North

Merge slight left

16.6 mi · 00h 21m

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 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.7 mi
39.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kirkland
00h 30m from Kent
Leave By
4:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Kent and Light Rain Likely near Mukilteo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?

Kirkland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.9 miles from Kent and 21.9 miles from Mukilteo.

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

The direct path is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 4:30 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.11 one way or $16.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Kent and Light Rain Likely near Mukilteo.

Stop Ideas Near Kirkland

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 Kirkland and the surrounding midpoint area.
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 12.7 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 13.1 mi away

Renton City Human Services

Renton , WA
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Social services organization
Renton City Hall
Meeting point 13.1 mi away

Renton City Hall

Renton , WA
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Rating 2.1/5 14 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 13.1 mi away

Renton Police Department

Renton , WA
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Rating 2.8/5 25 reviews Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kirkland.

OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

13 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

King Street Station

13 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
RAIL

Edmonds station

19 mi away
211 Railroad Ave.
RAIL

Tukwila station

25 mi away
7301 South 158th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kent and Mukilteo. Straight-line distance: 39.08 mi (62.89 km).

Kent

#1 Kent

The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population130,676
Coordinates47.3809300, -122.2348400
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
Mukilteo

#2 Mukilteo

Waterfront city in Snohomish County, Washington, United States

Population21,351
Coordinates47.9445400, -122.3045800
Altitude32
CountryUnited States
Start: Kent (-122.23484, 47.38093)
End: Mukilteo (-122.30458, 47.94454)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 71 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.55 gal
5.85 L · about $8.11
Round trip
$16.22
3.1 gal · 11.7 L
Estimated CO2
13.8 kg one way
Round trip: 27.5 kg / 61 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $8.11 $16.22
Mid-grade $5.57 $8.63 $17.26
Premium $5.77 $8.95 $17.89
Diesel $5.47 $8.47 $16.95

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Kent and Mukilteo. The current time is 23:42:18.

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.