How far is Kingston, WA from Kent, WA?

Fastest route

The distance from Kingston, Washington to Kent, Washington is approximately 74.3 miles (119.5 kilometers). The fastest route, considering traffic conditions, is via WA-16 E. This route includes tolls. Here are some tips and suggestions for the journey:

Directions

  1. 🚗 Head southeast on NE State Hwy 104 toward NE West Kingston Rd.
  2. 🔄 Turn right onto NE West Kingston Rd.
  3. ➡️ Turn right onto Lindvog Rd NE.
  4. ⬅️ Turn left onto WA-104 W/NE State Hwy 104.
  5. ➡️ Continue onto WA-307 S/Bond Rd NE.
  6. ⬇️ Merge right onto WA-3 S toward Bremerton.
  7. 🛣️ Keep left and continue on WA-16 E (follow signs for I-5 N/Seattle).

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your journey according to the traffic conditions to minimize delays.
  • 🕓 Allocate approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes for the trip.
  • 💰 Keep in mind that this route includes tolls, so make sure to have the necessary funds or electronic tolling devices.
  • 🚧 Stay alert and follow road signs for WA-16 E, I-5 N, and WA-167 N to ensure you stay on the correct route.
  • 🛣️ Use the left lanes when necessary to merge onto WA-16 E and I-5 N smoothly.
  • 🧭 Pay attention to the exit numbers and take exit 142A to merge onto WA-18 E toward Auburn.
  • 🚦 Follow the signs and take the WA-516/Willis St exit toward Des Moines.
  • 🚗 Once on Willis St, keep left to stay on the road, and at the traffic circle, take the third exit.
  • ➡️ Finally, turn right onto W Smith St to reach your destination in Kent.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
73.91 mi
01h 28m
Flight
31.35 mi
50.45 km direct

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

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
31.35 mi
Kilometers
50.45 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
73.91 mi
Kilometers
118.95 km
Drive Time
01h 28m

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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 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kent
Mon, Jul 27, 4:38 PM PDT
Return by in Kingston
Mon, Jul 27, 6:07 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kingston
2026-07-27T15:10
Arrive Kent
Mon, Jul 27, 4:38 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:28 AM to 11:28 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:34 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kingston
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
East Port Orchard
WA

Census designated place

From Kingston
37 mi
00h 44m
To Kent
36.9 mi
00h 44m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jul 27 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
9 mph S
Destination
81°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jul 27 8:00 AM PDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Northeast State Highway 104

    2 m · 7 sec · Northeast State Highway 104

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Iowa Avenue Northeast

    54 m · 13 sec · Iowa Avenue Northeast

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Northeast 1st Street

    114 m · 13 sec · Northeast 1st Street

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto Northeast State Highway 104

    3.7 mi · 7 min · Northeast State Highway 104

  5. 5

    Continue on Bond Road Northeast

    5.2 mi · 9 min · Bond Road Northeast

  6. 6

    Turn right onto State Highway 305 Northeast

    1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 305 Northeast

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right toward WA 3 South: Bremerton

    2762 ft · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto State Highway 3 Northwest

    16.1 mi · 21 min · State Highway 3 Northwest

  9. 9

    Continue on State Highway 3 West

    2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 3 West

  10. 10

    Continue on West State Route 16

    915 ft · 20 sec · West State Route 16

  11. 11

    Continue on State Highway 16

    26.5 mi · 34 min · State Highway 16

  12. 12

    Keep slight left

    1.5 km · 2 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle

    683 ft · 17 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    1356 ft · 19 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight right

    8.2 mi · 10 min

  16. 16

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

    2644 ft · 1 min

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto State Route 18

    2.4 mi · 3 min · State Route 18

  18. 18

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

    988 ft · 24 sec

  19. 19

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

    2850 ft · 1 min

  20. 20

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    4.8 mi · 6 min · Valley Freeway

  21. 21

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

    1449 ft · 45 sec

  22. 22

    Turn right onto West Willis Street

    1314 ft · 30 sec · West Willis Street

  23. 23

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

    73 m · 5 sec · 4th Avenue South

  24. 24

    Exit the roundabout onto 4th Avenue South

    984 ft · 32 sec · 4th Avenue South

  25. 25

    Turn right onto West Gowe Street

    643 ft · 25 sec · West Gowe Street

  26. 26

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South

    3 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South

Car Route Details

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

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
27 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
4 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
36.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 16
27.5 mi · 37%
State Highway 3 Northwest
16.1 mi · 22%
I 5 North
8.58 mi · 12%
Bond Road Northeast
5.25 mi · 7%
Valley Freeway
4.78 mi · 6%
Northeast State Highway 104
3.72 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

State Highway 16

Continue on State Highway 16

26.5 mi · 00h 34m

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 28m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+42.5 mi
31.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
East Port Orchard
00h 44m from Kingston
Leave By
3:34 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Kingston and Sunny near Kent.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 73.9 miles (118.9 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?

East Port Orchard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37 miles from Kingston and 36.9 miles from Kent.

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

The direct path is about 31.4 miles (50.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.5 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 3:34 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.66 one way or $27.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kingston and Sunny near Kent.

Stop Ideas Near East Port Orchard

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 East Port Orchard and the surrounding midpoint area.
City Hall Park
Scenic stop 13 mi away

City Hall Park

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 4.6/5 78 reviews Tourist attraction,Playground,Park
Burien City Hall
Meeting point 13.4 mi away

Burien City Hall

Burien , WA
400 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA 98166
Rating 3.3/5 7 reviews City Hall,City government office
Gig Harbor Municipal Court
Nearby stop 8.3 mi away

Gig Harbor Municipal Court

Gig Harbor , WA
3510 Grandview St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Rating 3.3/5 6 reviews City courthouse

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Port Orchard.

OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

23 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

King Street Station

24 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
RAIL

Tukwila station

30 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

35 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kingston and Kent. Straight-line distance: 31.35 mi (50.45 km).

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#1 Kingston

Situated on Appletree Cove along the eastern edge of the Kitsap Peninsula at an elevation of 69 feet, this unincorporated community is located in Kitsap County on Puget Sound.

Population0
Coordinates47.7985000, -122.4980600
Altitude21
CountryUnited States
Kent

#2 Kent

The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population130,676
Coordinates47.3809300, -122.2348400
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
Start: Northeast West Kingston Road (-122.498049, 47.798485)
End: West Gowe Street (-122.234827, 47.380901)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 119 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
2.61 gal
9.87 L · about $13.66
Round trip
$27.32
5.22 gal · 19.74 L
Estimated CO2
23.2 kg one way
Round trip: 46.4 kg / 102 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $13.66 $27.32
Mid-grade $5.57 $14.53 $29.06
Premium $5.77 $15.06 $30.12
Diesel $5.47 $14.27 $28.54

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 · Jul 27, 2026

There is no time difference between Kingston and Kent. The current time is 15:10:53.

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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.