How far is Ravensdale, WA from Kent, WA?
The driving distance from Ravensdale, WA to Kent, WA is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ravensdale and Kent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ravensdale and Kent.
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Start on Southeast Ravensdale Way
1842 ft · 48 sec · Southeast Ravensdale Way
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Turn left onto 272nd Avenue Southeast
1026 ft · 45 sec · 272nd Avenue Southeast
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Turn slight left onto Southeast Kent Kangley Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Southeast Kent Kangley Road
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Continue on Southeast 272nd Street
6.3 mi · 12 min · Southeast 272nd Street
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Continue on Southeast Kent-Kangley Road
858 ft · 16 sec · Southeast Kent-Kangley Road
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Continue on Southeast Kent Kangley Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Southeast Kent Kangley Road
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Continue on Southeast 256th Street
2213 ft · 56 sec · Southeast 256th Street
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Continue on Canyon Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · Canyon Drive
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Continue on East Smith Street
572 ft · 20 sec · East Smith Street
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Turn left onto East Titus Street
1185 ft · 40 sec · East Titus Street
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Continue on East Gowe Street
1650 ft · 56 sec · East Gowe Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
3 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ravensdale and Kent.
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.
Southeast 272nd Street
Continue on Southeast 272nd Street
6.25 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ravensdale and Mostly Sunny near Kent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ravensdale to Kent?
The road trip is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Covington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.7 miles from Ravensdale and 6.5 miles from Kent.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:28 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.50 one way or $5.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ravensdale and Mostly Sunny near Kent.
Stop Ideas Near Covington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Tukwila Community Center
Auburn Building Permits
City of Covington
City Hall Saloon & Eatery
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Covington.
Tukwila station
Tacoma Dome Station
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ravensdale and Kent. Straight-line distance: 11.92 mi (19.18 km).
#1 Ravensdale
Located in southeastern King County within the foothills of the Cascade Range at an elevation of 623 feet, this unincorporated community historically served as a hub for coal mining operations in the early 20th century.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.3523200, -121.9837300 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kent
The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 130,676 |
| Coordinates | 47.3809300, -122.2348400 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Gowe Street (-122.234827, 47.380901)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.44 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $2.63 | $5.26 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $3.35 | $6.71 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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