Origin
Belfair, WA
Late night in Belfair on Wednesday
Local time
4:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belfair, WA to Renton, WA
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
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6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belfair, WA
Boko Shots
Trip Overview
This 58.4-mile drive from Belfair to Renton, Washington, is a manageable one-day trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 21 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-5 and WA-16, with a short section on Southwest Lake Flora Road, offering a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this journey is quite budget-friendly for a day excursion. Since you're staying within the Pacific Coast region, you won't experience dramatic landscape shifts, but rather a consistent drive through Washington's varied terrain. This drive is ideal for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.2 miles from Belfair, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive that is 76% highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 20.9 miles on I-5, providing a solid opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While much of the journey is highway-focused, be prepared for the transition as you navigate between major interstates and state routes. The road character is generally efficient, designed for steady travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. You'll experience the practicalities of moving between these two Washington locations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 20.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 54.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 58.4 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 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
54.6 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
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 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma...
9
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
8
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn
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 2
Toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn
8
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South
9
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue Sou...
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 Belfair, WA to Renton, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bellevue along the way.
Bellevue
54.6 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 20.9 mi | 26m |
| WA 16 | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Southwest Lake Flora Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Northeast State Route 3 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| I 405 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Bethel Burley Road Southeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Lider Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Rainier Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 20.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belfair, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on WA 3
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast State Route 3
2
Enter roundabout onto WA 3
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
Northeast State Route 3
3
Continue on WA 3
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast State Route 3
4
Continue on WA 3
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
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State Highway 3 Southwest
5
Turn right onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Lake Flora Road
6
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
159 ft
·
2 sec
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Southwest Lake Flora Road
7
Continue on Southwest Lake Flora Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest Lake Flora Road
8
Continue on Glenwood Road Southwest
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Glenwood Road Southwest
9
Turn right onto Southwest Lider Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Lider Road
10
Continue on Southeast Lider Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Lider Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto Bethel Burley Road Southeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bethel Burley Road Southeast
12
Turn left onto Southeast Mullenix Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Southeast Mullenix Road
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward WA 16 East: Tacoma
14
Merge onto WA 16
20 mi
·
24 min
·
WA 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto I 5
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 5
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
21 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
19
Take the exit
448 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto I 405
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 2
Toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto WA 167
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Valley Freeway
26
Continue on WA 167
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right
39 ft
·
2 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over an hour, this drive offers considerable flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, but consider hitting the road earlier to avoid potential peak traffic on I-5. With no designated stops in the data, you can decide on your own breaks, perhaps pulling over for a quick rest or snack as needed. The fuel cost is estimated at a low $12, so you won't need to worry excessively about finding gas stations. A specific tip for this route: pay attention to the transitions between WA-16 and I-5, as these interchanges can sometimes require a bit of focus.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.2 miles from Belfair, WA, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.9 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 58.4 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 miles or 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Renton, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Belfair, 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 Belfair, WA
This is one driving day of about 58.4 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Belfair, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 20.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Belfair, WA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Belfair, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Renton, WA
The final approach into Renton, 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 Renton, 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
$12.22 one way
$24.45 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| premium | $5.77 | $13.26 | $26.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Renton, WA
Late night in Renton on Wednesday
Local time
4:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
40°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
3 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
1h 21m 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 Belfair, WA to Renton, WA covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, WA 16, Southwest Lake Flora Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Belfair, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 58.4 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 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Belfair, WA to Renton, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bellevue along the way.
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