How far is Kent, WA from Parkland, WA?
The driving distance from Kent, WA to Parkland, WA is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
City in Pierce County, Washington, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kent and Parkland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent and Parkland.
-
1
Start on 2nd Avenue South
3 m · 4 sec · 2nd Avenue South
-
2
Turn right onto West Gowe Street
643 ft · 25 sec · West Gowe Street
-
3
Turn left onto 4th Avenue South
829 ft · 24 sec · 4th Avenue South
-
4
Turn slight right
56 m · 7 sec
-
5
Turn straight onto West Willis Street
1972 ft · 53 sec · West Willis Street
-
6
Turn left onto WA 167 South: Auburn
1623 ft · 44 sec
-
7
Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway
12.9 mi · 16 min · Valley Freeway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward WA 512 West, WA 161 South: Puyallup, Olympia
1.5 km · 2 min
-
9
Continue straight
9.1 mi · 11 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward WA 7: Parkland, Spanaway, Pacific Avenue
1104 ft · 32 sec
-
11
Turn left onto 108th Street South
656 ft · 19 sec · 108th Street South
-
12
Turn left onto Pacific Avenue South
1420 ft · 44 sec · Pacific Avenue South
-
13
Turn left onto 112th Street South
25 m · 4 sec · 112th Street South
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 112th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kent and Parkland.
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.
Valley Freeway
Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway
12.9 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Light Rain Likely leaving Kent and Light Rain Likely near Parkland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kent to Parkland?
The road trip is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sumner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Kent and 12.3 miles from Parkland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.55 one way or $9.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Kent and Light Rain Likely near Parkland.
Stop Ideas Near Sumner
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Auburn Building Permits
City of Covington
Auburn Community & Event Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sumner.
Tacoma Dome Station
Tukwila station
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kent and Parkland. Straight-line distance: 18.17 mi (29.24 km).
#1 Kent
The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 130,676 |
| Coordinates | 47.3809300, -122.2348400 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Parkland
City in Broward County, Florida, United States
| Population | 35,803 |
| Coordinates | 47.1553800, -122.4340100 |
| Altitude | 115 |
| Country | United States |
End: Parkland (-122.43401, 47.15538)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $4.55 | $9.11 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $4.84 | $9.69 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $4.76 | $9.51 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.