This 166.7-mile journey from Ocean Park, WA, to Kent, WA, will take approximately 3 hours and 17 minutes. It's a manageable day trip, perfect for a single day of travel. You'll be navigating primarily on Vernon Avenue, Pacific Way, and Pacific Avenue North, with no highway driving contributing to the total distance. Expect a fuel cost of around $35 for this trip. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, making it a more engaging way to travel between these two Pacific Coast locations.
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
83 miles from Ocean Park, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 54m. Total distance: 166.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized by frequent turns, emphasizing its local road nature with a 0% highway share. You won't encounter long, monotonous stretches of interstate here; instead, anticipate a more dynamic driving experience. The route is designed for engagement, with the road profile indicating a turn-heavy local drive. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the overall feel suggests a continuous series of intersections and changes in direction, keeping you actively involved in navigating.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 101 is the longest continuous segment at about 68.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 101 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 148.6 miles in near I 5.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 166.1 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 148.6 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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148.6 mi into trip|~3h 30m in|I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
156.8 mi into trip|~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
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 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservat...
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159.7 mi into trip|~3h 44m in
Take the exit toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
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 WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
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159.9 mi into trip|~3h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward WA 167 North: Kent, Renton
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165.2 mi into trip|~3h 52m in
Take the exit toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis Street
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 WA 516: Des Moines, Willis Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ocean Park, WA to Kent, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
Muckleshoot Reservation
156.8 mi in|~3h 40m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 101
68.7 mi
1h 39m
I 5
37 mi
46m
WA 8
21.1 mi
26m
Olympic Highway
10.1 mi
12m
Pacific Way
7.7 mi
13m
State Route 107
7.1 mi
12m
Valley Freeway
4.8 mi
5m
Pacific Avenue North
2.8 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 101
— 68.7 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Park, WA and Kent, WA.
1
Start on Bay Avenue
522 ft·18 sec·Bay Avenue
2
Turn right onto WA 103
0.6 mi·1 min·Vernon Avenue
3
Continue on WA 103
7.7 mi·13 min·Pacific Way
4
Continue on WA 103
2.8 mi·5 min·Pacific Avenue North
5
Turn left onto US 101
15 mi·23 min·US 101
6
Turn left onto US 101
30 mi·43 min·US 101
7
Enter roundabout onto US 101
104 ft·1 sec·US 101
8
Continue on US 101
18 mi·25 min·US 101
9
Turn right onto WA 107
7.1 mi·12 min·State Route 107
10
Continue on WA 107
0.8 mi·1 min·South Main Street
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
12
Merge onto US 12
10 mi·12 min·Olympic Highway
13
Continue on WA 8
21 mi·26 min·WA 8
14
Merge onto US 101
5.4 mi·7 min·US 101
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·52 sec
16
Merge onto I 5
29 mi·36 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
8.2 mi·10 min·I 5
Use the slight right lane.
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 142AToward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot ReservationUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto WA 18
2.4 mi·3 min·State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward WA 167 North: Kent, RentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward WA 167 North: Kent, RentonUse the right lane.
22
Merge onto WA 167
4.8 mi·5 min·Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward WA 516: Des Moines, Willis StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn right onto WA 516
0.2 mi·30 sec·West Willis Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Enter roundabout onto 4th Avenue South
238 ft·5 sec·4th Avenue South
26
Continue on 4th Avenue South
0.2 mi·31 sec·4th Avenue South
27
Turn right onto West Gowe Street
0.1 mi·24 sec·West Gowe Street
28
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South
10 ft·0 sec·2nd Avenue South
29
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue South
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 17 minutes, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan for approximately one stop along the 166.7-mile journey to break up the driving. With a fuel cost estimated at $35, it's a budget-friendly excursion. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, pay close attention to navigation, especially as you approach your destination in Kent, WA, to ensure you're making the correct turns.
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 83 miles from Ocean Park, WA, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.7 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 37 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83 miles or 2h 7m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kent, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ocean Park, 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 Ocean Park, WA
This is one driving day of about 166.1 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Ocean Park, 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 US 101 for about 68.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83 mi from Ocean Park, WA
· 2h 7m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.76 one way
$69.53 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$36.46
$72.91
premium
$5.77
$37.72
$75.44
diesel
$5.61
$36.67
$73.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.8
0
$17.44
$7.97
Efficient EV
41.5
0
$14.53
$6.64
EV Truck/SUV
66.4
0
$23.25
$10.63
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Jun 20, 2022
Origin
Ocean Park, WA
Afternoon
in Ocean Park on Friday
Local time
12:41 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kent, WA
Afternoon
in Kent on Friday
Local time
12:41 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Aberdeen, WA
83 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
10 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
3h 54m 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 Ocean Park, WA to Kent, WA covers 166.1 miles and takes about 3h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 101, I 5, WA 8. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83 miles from Ocean Park, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.76 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 20 significant decision points across 166.1 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 148.6 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Ocean Park, WA to Kent, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
