How far is Navy Yard City, WA from Kent, WA?

The driving distance from Navy Yard City, WA to Kent, WA is about 49 miles (78.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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
49.05 mi
00h 57m
Flight
23.34 mi
37.57 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
23.34 mi
Kilometers
37.57 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.05 mi
Kilometers
78.94 km
Drive Time
00h 57m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kent
Wed, Apr 22, 9:02 PM PDT
Return by in Navy Yard City
Wed, Apr 22, 9:59 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Navy Yard City
2026-04-22T20:05
Arrive Kent
Wed, Apr 22, 9:02 PM PDT
Route Timing
00h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:57 AM to 10:57 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:36 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Navy Yard City
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
University Place
WA

City in Pierce County, Washington, United States

From Navy Yard City
24.5 mi
00h 28m
To Kent
24.5 mi
00h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph SSW
Destination
56°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

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

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Navy Yard City and Kent.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Navy Yard City and Kent.

  1. 1

    Start on West D Street

    40 m · 11 sec · West D Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Charlotte Avenue

    530 ft · 25 sec · South Charlotte Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Madrona Street

    54 m · 13 sec · Madrona Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Webster Street West

    535 ft · 30 sec · Webster Street West

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Charleston Beach Road West

    2189 ft · 48 sec · Charleston Beach Road West

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right toward Charleston Boulevard

    2804 ft · 53 sec · Charleston Boulevard

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on WA 3 South: Shelton

    2532 ft · 57 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto State Highway 3 West

    1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 3 West

  9. 9

    Continue on West State Route 16

    915 ft · 20 sec · West State Route 16

  10. 10

    Continue on State Highway 16

    26.5 mi · 34 min · State Highway 16

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    1.5 km · 2 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle

    683 ft · 17 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    1356 ft · 19 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right

    8.2 mi · 10 min

  15. 15

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

    2644 ft · 1 min

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto State Route 18

    2.4 mi · 3 min · State Route 18

  17. 17

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

    988 ft · 24 sec

  18. 18

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

    2850 ft · 1 min

  19. 19

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    4.8 mi · 6 min · Valley Freeway

  20. 20

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

    1449 ft · 45 sec

  21. 21

    Turn right onto West Willis Street

    1314 ft · 30 sec · West Willis Street

  22. 22

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

    73 m · 5 sec · 4th Avenue South

  23. 23

    Exit the roundabout onto 4th Avenue South

    984 ft · 32 sec · 4th Avenue South

  24. 24

    Turn right onto West Gowe Street

    643 ft · 25 sec · West Gowe Street

  25. 25

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South

    3 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South

  26. 26

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Navy Yard City 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
26 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
4 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
53.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 16
27.5 mi · 56%
I 5 North
8.58 mi · 17%
Valley Freeway
4.78 mi · 10%
State Route 18
2.42 mi · 5%
State Highway 3 West
1.79 mi · 4%
WA 167 North
0.73 mi · 1%
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
00h 57m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+25.6 mi
23.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
University Place
00h 28m from Navy Yard City
Leave By
4:36 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Navy Yard City 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 Navy Yard City to Kent?

The road trip is about 49 miles (78.9 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?

University Place is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.5 miles from Navy Yard City and 24.5 miles from Kent.

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

The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.6 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 4:36 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.05 one way or $18.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Navy Yard City and Light Rain Likely near Kent.

Stop Ideas Near University Place

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 University Place and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 5.5 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
City of Puyallup
Meeting point 13.5 mi away

City of Puyallup

Puyallup , WA
333 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371
Rating 3.3/5 23 reviews City Hall
Tacoma City Hall
Nearby stop 5.4 mi away

Tacoma City Hall

Tacoma , WA
747 Market St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.7/5 6 reviews Municipal administration office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to University Place.

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

10 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Centennial Station

33 mi away
6600 Yelm Highway S.E.
RAIL

Tukwila station

34 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

44 mi away
303 South Jackson Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Navy Yard City and Kent. Straight-line distance: 23.34 mi (37.57 km).

Navy Yard City

#1 Navy Yard City

Census designated place

Population2,477
Coordinates47.5534300, -122.6645800
Altitude33
CountryUnited States
Kent

#2 Kent

The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population130,676
Coordinates47.3809300, -122.2348400
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
Start: West D Street (-122.66458, 47.553431)
End: West Gowe Street (-122.234827, 47.380901)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 79 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 38m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.73 gal
6.55 L · about $9.05
Round trip
$18.11
3.46 gal · 13.1 L
Estimated CO2
15.4 kg one way
Round trip: 30.7 kg / 68 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $9.05 $18.11
Mid-grade $5.57 $9.63 $19.26
Premium $5.77 $9.98 $19.97
Diesel $5.47 $9.46 $18.92

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 Navy Yard City and Kent. The current time is 20:05:15.

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.