Origin
Kent, WA
Evening in Kent on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kent, WA to Benton City, WA
Drive Time
3h 57m
Distance
205.8 mi
331 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 45m
★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 23m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 22m
8 PM
3h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton City, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
Driving from Kent to Benton City covers 205.8 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 57 minutes of road time. Because this route is a straightforward highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you do not need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $43 on fuel for the journey. By sticking to major thoroughfares like I-90, I-82, and US-97, you will find a reliable path that transitions you across the state. This is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you from the Pacific Coast region to your destination efficiently. If you prefer to minimize time behind the wheel, this one-day itinerary offers a balanced pace for a solo driver or a small group.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.9 miles from Kent, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
With a high highway share of 96 percent, this route is dominated by fast-paced interstate travel rather than local winding roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest stretch of 84.5 miles spent on I-90. The character of the drive is consistent and functional, prioritizing speed and directness over technical maneuvers. As you transition between the major highways, the road surface and traffic patterns remain predictable, allowing for a steady cruising speed. Expect a focused interstate experience that demands your attention on navigation rather than complex road geometry.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 84.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Gowe Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 205.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Gowe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (WA 516 / Southeast Kent Kangley Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Gowe Street
Turn left onto West Gowe Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
6
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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WA 516 / Southeast Kent Kangley Road
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 516 / Southeast Kent Kangley Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
6.1 mi into trip
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~12m in
Turn left toward WA 18 East: North Bend
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward WA 18 East: North Bend
5
6.5 mi into trip
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~13m in
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WA 18 / State Route 18
Merge onto WA 18 / State Route 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
107.5 mi into trip
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~2h 8m in
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US 97
Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 84.5 mi | 1h 33m |
| I 82 | 58.8 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 97 | 37.8 mi | 42m |
| State Route 18 | 15.7 mi | 20m |
| Southeast 272nd Street | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Kent Kangley Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Canyon Drive | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Babs Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 84.5 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, WA and Benton City, WA.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue South
10 ft
·
7 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
2
Turn left onto West Gowe Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Gowe Street
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
3
Continue on East Titus Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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East Titus Street
4
Turn right onto WA 516
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Smith Street
5
Continue on WA 516
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Canyon Drive
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on WA 516
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Southeast 256th Street
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 516
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast Kent Kangley Road
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on WA 516
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Southeast Kent-Kangley Road
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on WA 516
2.1 mi
·
4 min
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Southeast 272nd Street
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward WA 18 East: North Bend
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto WA 18
16 mi
·
20 min
·
State Route 18
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on WA 18
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Snoqualmie Parkway
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
14
Merge onto I 90
85 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I 90
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto US 97
38 mi
·
42 min
·
US 97
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 82; US 12
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward SR 224 east, SR 225 north: West Richland, Benton City
18
Turn left onto WA 224
356 ft
·
8 sec
·
1st Street
19
Enter roundabout onto WA 225
140 ft
·
2 sec
·
1st Street
20
Continue on WA 225
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
1st Street
21
Continue on WA 225
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Babs Avenue
22
Turn slight right onto WA 225
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
9th Street
23
Arrive at destination
WA 225
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 205.8-mile journey, try to depart early in the morning to avoid heavy traffic congestion near the Kent starting point. Since the trip takes nearly four hours, plan for at least one well-timed stop to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $43 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and current gas prices along the highway corridors. Given that the route is highly efficient, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule if you choose to take a longer break midway. A pro tip for this specific drive is to keep an eye on signage when transitioning between I-90 and I-82, as these major interchanges are where you will make your most critical navigational decisions.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.9 miles from Kent, WA, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.9 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton City, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kent, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kent, WA
This is one driving day of about 205.8 miles and 3h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kent, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 84.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.9 mi from Kent, WA · 2h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.9 miles from Kent, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.5 miles.
Arriving in Benton City, WA
The final approach into Benton City, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Benton City, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.19 one way
$86.39 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $45.11 | $90.21 |
| premium | $5.77 | $46.76 | $93.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $45.72 | $91.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.61 | $9.88 |
| Efficient EV | 51.5 | 0 | $18.01 | $8.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.3 | 1 | $28.81 | $13.17 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Benton City, WA
Evening in Benton City on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Monroe, WA
103 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kent, WA to Benton City, WA covers 205.8 miles and takes about 3h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, I 82, US 97. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.9 miles from Kent, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 205.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Gowe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (WA 516 / Southeast Kent Kangley Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kent, WA to Benton City, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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