Origin
Bonney Lake, WA
Late night in Bonney Lake on Wednesday
Local time
4:06 AM
PDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bonney Lake, WA to Renton, WA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bonney Lake, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
This short 24.9-mile drive from Bonney Lake, WA to Renton, WA is easily manageable as a day trip, taking only about 33 minutes. With 95% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on the Valley Freeway and State Route 410 East before reaching Rainier Avenue South. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $5, making this a quick and economical transit. Both Bonney Lake and Renton are located in the Pacific Coast region, so you won't be crossing any major geographical divides. This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
12.4 miles from Bonney Lake, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with a substantial 95% of the 24.9 miles covered on freeways. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of driving on the Valley Freeway, spanning 19.2 miles. The transition from Valley Freeway to State Route 410 East and finally to Rainier Avenue South will mark the main changes in your driving environment. While largely a high-speed transit, be prepared for potential changes in traffic patterns as you approach Renton.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Valley Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 19.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Valley Freeway and State Route 410 East. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.9 miles you will encounter 6 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (Sumner-Buckley Highway East): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (WA 410 / State Route 410 East): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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Turn left
Navigation decision point
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Sumner-Buckley Highway East
Turn left onto Sumner-Buckley Highway East
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip
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WA 410 / State Route 410 East
Turn right onto WA 410 / State Route 410 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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4.4 mi into trip
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~6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward WA 167 North: Seattle
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4.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
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WA 167 / Valley Freeway
Merge onto WA 167 / Valley Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Freeway | 19.2 mi | 24m |
| State Route 410 East | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Rainier Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Sumner-Buckley Highway East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Valley Freeway
— 19.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonney Lake, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on this road
111 ft
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10 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
46 ft
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8 sec
3
Turn left onto Sumner-Buckley Highway East
232 ft
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10 sec
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Sumner-Buckley Highway East
4
Turn right onto WA 410
4.3 mi
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6 min
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State Route 410 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
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43 sec
Toward WA 167 North: Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto WA 167
19 mi
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24 min
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Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on WA 167
0.9 mi
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2 min
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Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right
39 ft
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2 sec
9
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this quick 33-minute drive, pacing isn't a major concern, and you can easily complete it in one go. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 19.2 miles on the Valley Freeway, so plan for that portion to be continuous driving. Consider leaving outside of peak commute hours to ensure the smoothest 24.9-mile journey, especially as you enter Renton on Rainier Avenue South. Since this is a short trip, flexibility is key; you can depart whenever is most convenient for you.
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 12.4 miles from Bonney Lake, WA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.2 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 24.9 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.4 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
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 Bonney Lake, 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 Bonney Lake, WA
This is one driving day of about 24.9 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bonney Lake, 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 Valley Freeway for about 19.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.4 mi from Bonney Lake, WA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.4 miles from Bonney Lake, 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
$5.21 one way
$10.42 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| 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.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Renton, WA
Late night in Renton on Wednesday
Local time
4:06 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
33m 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 Bonney Lake, WA to Renton, WA covers 24.9 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Valley Freeway, State Route 410 East, Rainier Avenue South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.4 miles from Bonney Lake, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.21 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.9 miles you will encounter 6 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (Sumner-Buckley Highway East): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (WA 410 / State Route 410 East): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bonney Lake, WA to Renton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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