Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redmond, WA
Harrison Reilly
This quick 24.9-mile drive from Redmond to Kent, Washington, is easily managed in just 35 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with about 80% of the journey on high-speed roads like I-405 and WA-520. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $5, so you won't need to worry about breaking the bank. This route is a straightforward, highway-focused experience connecting two points within the Pacific Coast region. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's ideal for a quick transit or a short excursion.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 24.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highly highway-focused journey, with approximately 80% of this route utilizing high-speed freeways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.7 miles on I-405, offering a consistent pace. You'll navigate primarily via I-405 and the Valley Freeway, with a segment on WA-520. This profile suggests a drive characterized by efficient travel and minimal slowdowns, as you'll be on well-maintained, high-capacity roads for the majority of the trip. The character is less about scenic vistas and more about direct, swift transit.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and Valley Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 24.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward Northeast 40th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 167 South: Auburn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward 84th Avenue South, North Central Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Redmond, WA and Kent, WA, road signs point toward Rainier Avenue South and 84Th Avenue South.
Rainier Avenue South
84Th Avenue South
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 11.7 mi | 14m |
| Valley Freeway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| WA 520 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Central Avenue North | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Leary Way | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Gowe Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 76th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 164th Avenue Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Redmond, WA and Kent, WA.
Start on WA 202
Enter roundabout onto Northeast 76th Street
Continue on Northeast 76th Street
Turn slight left onto Leary Way
Take the ramp
Merge onto WA 520
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto WA 520
Take the exit
Merge onto I 405
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto WA 167
Take the exit
Turn left onto Central Avenue North
Turn right onto East Gowe Street
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$5.21 one way
$10.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $5.47 | $10.93 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.65 | $11.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.50 | $11.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Redmond on Friday
Local time
6:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Rain
Destination
Evening in Kent on Friday
Local time
6:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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