Origin
Kent, WA
Evening in Kent on Sunday
Local time
7:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kent, WA to Colfax, WA
Drive Time
5h 30m
Distance
269.1 mi
433 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 17m
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6 AM
5h 31m
8 AM
5h 58m
10 AM
5h 40m
12 PM
5h 37m
3 PM
5h 41m
5 PM
5h 56m
8 PM
5h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colfax, WA
Abraham Castro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Kent to Colfax covers 269.1 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can comfortably complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stop. You will traverse the state using a combination of State Route 18, I-90, and WA 26. Budgeting approximately $56 for fuel should cover your transit costs for the trip. Since the drive remains within Washington, you will experience the transition from the populated Pacific Coast region toward the inland areas of the state. It is a straightforward route that prioritizes efficiency, making it a practical choice if you want to reach your destination in one go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
134.5 miles from Kent, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily reliant on major corridors, with 97% of the distance consisting of highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on WA 26, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the route at 133.3 miles. The personality of the road shifts from the initial highway segments onto these longer, more consistent stretches of state road. Expect a steady, high-speed pace that favors forward progress over technical maneuvering or frequent turns. While the drive is efficient, the extended time on major roads means you should prepare for a consistent, focused driving experience for the duration of your 5.5-hour journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WA 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 133.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 26 and I 90. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Gowe Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 269.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 11 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.
5
22.9 mi into trip
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~35m in
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I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Kent, WA to Colfax, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Pullman along the way.
Pullman
134.8 mi in
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~2h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 26 | 133.3 mi | 2h 50m |
| I 90 | 111.9 mi | 2h 2m |
| 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 |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 256th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 26
— 133.3 mi, about 2h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, WA and Colfax, 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
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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
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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
·
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
112 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
I 90
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward WA 26 East: Othello, Pullman
16
Turn straight onto WA 26
133 mi
·
2 hr 50 min
·
WA 26
17
Continue on WA 26
415 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Walla Walla Highway
18
Merge onto US 195
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
19
Turn left onto East Spring Street
139 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Spring Street
20
Turn right
257 ft
·
18 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To keep your trip manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 269.1-mile journey. Since the route is dominated by long highway stretches, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the road, as the $56 fuel estimate can fluctuate based on your specific vehicle's efficiency. Leaving early in the day is your best strategy to avoid fatigue, especially given the 133.3-mile stretch on WA 26 where services may be more spread out. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the single-day timeframe allows you to adjust your departure to bypass heavier traffic patterns. Keep an eye on your odometer during the long WA 26 segment so you can time your rest break effectively before the final push to Colfax.
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 134.5 miles from Kent, WA, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.3 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 134.5 miles or 2h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colfax, 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 269.1 miles and 5h 30m.
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 WA 26 for about 133.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.5 mi from Kent, WA · 2h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 134.5 miles from Kent, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WA 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 133.3 miles.
Arriving in Colfax, WA
The final approach into Colfax, 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 Colfax, 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
$56.48 one way
$112.96 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $58.98 | $117.96 |
| premium | $5.77 | $61.14 | $122.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $59.78 | $119.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.7 | 0 | $28.26 | $12.92 |
| Efficient EV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.55 | $10.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.6 | 1 | $37.67 | $17.22 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Colfax, WA
Evening in Colfax on Sunday
Local time
7:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
33°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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 30m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Colfax, WA covers 269.1 miles and takes about 5h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 26, I 90, State Route 18. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.5 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 $56.48 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 269.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
On the drive from Kent, WA to Colfax, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Pullman along the way.
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