Origin
Kent, WA
Evening in Kent on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kent, WA to Camas, WA
Drive Time
3h 13m
Distance
161.2 mi
260 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 2m
★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camas, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
Connecting Kent to Camas, this 161.2-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Pacific Coast region of Washington. With a drive time of approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $34 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way transit. Since the route is entirely within the state, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is a practical, efficient path for travelers looking to move between these two hubs without unnecessary detours.
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
80.6 miles from Kent, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 93% of your travel occurs on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 133.4-mile stretch of the journey, before transitioning onto I-205 and the Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway. This creates a predictable, high-speed pace that favors interstate cruising over winding backroads. While the driving environment remains relatively uniform, the shift from the interstate system to the state highway provides a slight change in pace as you near your destination. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed for getting you from point A to point B efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 133.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 161.2 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: at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma
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 5: Seattle, Tacoma
8
8.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway Sou...
8
152.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m in
Take the exit toward WA 14: Camas, City Center
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.
Exit 27
Toward WA 14: Camas, City Center
8
159.3 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
|
WA 14 Business
Take the exit onto WA 14 Business toward Northwest 6th Avenue, City Center
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.
Exit 12
Toward Northwest 6th Avenue, City Center
8
159.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 9m in
|
WA 14 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 14 Business toward Northwest 6th Avenue, City Center, Camas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward Northwest 6th Avenue, City Center, Camas
Towns Along This Route
Between Kent, WA and Camas, WA, road signs point toward Tacoma and City Center.
Tacoma
8.5 mi in
|
~13m
City Center
152.8 mi in
|
~2h 59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 133.4 mi | 2h 31m |
| I 205 | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Valley Freeway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| State Route 18 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 6th Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| WA 14 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Willis Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 133.4 mi, about 2h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, WA and Camas, WA.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue South
10 ft
·
4 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
2
Turn right onto West Gowe Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Gowe Street
3
Turn left onto 4th Avenue South
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
4th Avenue South
4
Turn slight right
182 ft
·
6 sec
5
Turn straight onto WA 516
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Willis Street
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto WA 167
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Valley Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward WA 18 West: Federal Way
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto WA 18
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 18
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 5 South: Tacoma
Use the none lane.
13
Merge onto I 5
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
126 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 205
10 mi
·
13 min
·
I 205
Toward I 205 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 27
Toward WA 14: Camas, City Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward WA 14 East: Camas
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto WA 14
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto WA 14 Business
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
WA 14 Business
Exit 12
Toward Northwest 6th Avenue, City Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 14 Business
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
WA 14 Business
Toward Northwest 6th Avenue, City Center, Camas
Use the straight lane.
21
Enter roundabout onto WA 14 Business
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northwest 6th Avenue
22
Continue on WA 14 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 6th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn slight right
116 ft
·
4 sec
Use the right lane.
24
Turn right onto WA 14 Business
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Northeast Adams Street
Use the none lane.
25
Continue on WA 14 Business
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 3rd Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
WA 14 Business
Trip Plan
To keep your travel smooth, aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the heavy-traffic segments of I-5. You have one planned stop available, so choose a location that allows you to stretch your legs effectively before tackling the final miles on the Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the 133.4-mile interstate stretch to ensure you can reach your destination without needing to hunt for stations in high-traffic areas. Planning your single stop in advance will help you maintain your momentum throughout the three-hour drive.
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 80.6 miles from Kent, WA, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.4 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.6 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camas, 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.
+
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 161.2 miles and 3h 13m.
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 5 for about 133.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.6 mi from Kent, WA · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 80.6 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 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 133.4 miles.
Arriving in Camas, WA
The final approach into Camas, 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 Camas, WA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.83 one way
$67.67 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $35.33 | $70.66 |
| premium | $5.77 | $36.63 | $73.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.81 | $71.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.93 | $7.74 |
| Efficient EV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.10 | $6.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.5 | 0 | $22.57 | $10.32 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Camas, WA
Evening in Camas on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 13m 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 Camas, WA covers 161.2 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 205, Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.6 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 $33.83 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 21 significant decision points across 161.2 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: at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kent, WA and Camas, WA, road signs point toward Tacoma and City Center.
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