How far is Olympia, WA from Kent, WA?
Fastest route
The distance between Olympia, Washington and Kent, Washington is approximately 48.9 miles (78.7 kilometers). The fastest route is via I-5 N and WA-167 N, with a travel time of about 53 minutes.
Directions
To travel from Olympia to Kent, follow these directions:
- Head north on Capitol Way S toward 11th Ave SW.
- Turn right onto Union Ave SE.
- Use the 2nd lane from the right to turn right onto Plum St SE.
- Keep left to stay on Plum St SE.
- Continue on I-5 N.
- Take the WA-512 E exit toward Puyallup.
- Merge onto WA-512 E.
- Use any lane to merge onto WA-167 N toward WA-410 E/Seattle/Yakima.
- Take the WA-516/Willis St exit toward Des Moines.
- Continue on Willis St.
- Take 4th Ave S to W Smith St.
- Turn right onto Willis St.
- Keep left to stay on Willis St.
- At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit.
- Turn right onto W Smith St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
- ⛽ Make sure to fuel up your vehicle before starting the journey.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you stay on the correct route.
- 🚧 Stay alert for any road construction or detours along the way.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and water for the journey to stay refreshed.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Olympia and Kent is 39.22 miles (63.13 km).
Flight distance from Olympia, WA to Kent, WA is 39.22 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Olympia, Washington to Kent, Washington is: 48.75 miles (78.46 km) by car.
Driving from Olympia to Kent will take approximately 00 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Olympia
The capital of Washington state. It is located on Budd Inlet in Puget Sound in southwestern Washington. Olympia is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Washington State Capitol and the Washington State History Museum.
| Population | 53620 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 47°2'16"N 122°54'3"W |
| Latitude | 47.0378700 |
| Longitude | -122.9007000 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kent
The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington. It is located on the Green River in southeastern King County. Kent is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Kent Station and the Kent Museum & Cultural Center.
| Population | 130676 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 47°22'51"N 122°14'5"W |
| Latitude | 47.3809300 |
| Longitude | -122.2348400 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Kent: West Gowe Street (-122.234827,47.380901)
Estimated Travel Time Between Olympia and Kent
The distance between Olympia and Kent is 78 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Olympia and Kent. The current time is 02:30:59.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.51 liters (1.72 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Olympia and Kent.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Olympia to Kent is $8.15 (diesel $9.41).
Washington gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.74 | $5.02 | $5.21 | $5.47 |
| Total | $8.15 | $8.63 | $8.96 | $9.41 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Washington ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.740 (Diesel $5.467) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Olympia and Kent (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
