Origin
Country Homes, WA
Late night in Country Homes on Wednesday
Local time
2:37 AM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
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Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
285.5 mi
459 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Country Homes, WA
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This 285.5-mile journey from Country Homes, WA to Renton, WA is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 5 hours and 24 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing I-90 and I-405, this route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 97% of the trip on these major arteries. With an estimated fuel cost of $60, it's a manageable drive for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. As both origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region and the state of Washington, you'll experience a consistent West Coast feel throughout.
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
142.8 miles from Country Homes, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .
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Expect a highway-focused experience for the vast majority of this 285.5-mile trip. You'll spend about 97% of your time on major interstates like I-90 and I-405. The drive includes a significant longest stretch of 267.6 miles solely on I-90, meaning long periods of consistent speed. While the profile is largely highway, the transition between I-90 and I-405 will involve navigating different interstate systems as you approach your destination. This route offers a straightforward, efficient path rather than winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and North Division Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 66.4 miles in near I 90.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 285.5 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 66.4 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 277.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 277.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett
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 I 405 South: Renton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 405
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard Northeast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 267.6 mi | 4h 50m |
| North Division Street | 5.6 mi | 13m |
| I 405 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| US 2 | 3 mi | 3m |
| Logan Avenue North | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Newport Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Browne Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Airport Way South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Country Homes, WA and Renton, WA.
Start on North Andrew Street
Turn left onto East Graves Road
Turn right onto US 2
Turn slight left onto US 2; US 395
Continue on US 2; US 395
Take the ramp onto US 2; US 395
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 405
Take the exit
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
Continue on Logan Avenue North
Continue on Airport Way South
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Given the 5-hour and 24-minute duration, starting early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially on the interstate portions. With only one recommended stop, plan for a substantial break around the halfway point or after the longest stretch on I-90 to refuel and stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $60, so ensure your tank is topped off before you depart. Pay attention to highway signage for the transitions between I-90 and I-405 as you near Renton.
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.
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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.8 miles or 2h 44m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Renton, WA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Country Homes, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Country Homes, WA
This is one driving day of about 285.5 miles and 5h 24m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 142.8 mi from Country Homes, WA · 2h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 142.8 miles from Country Homes, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 267.6 miles.
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.
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.
Regular Gas
$59.75 one way
$119.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $62.66 | $125.33 |
| premium | $5.77 | $64.83 | $129.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.03 | $126.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.6 | 1 | $29.98 | $13.70 |
| Efficient EV | 71.4 | 0 | $24.98 | $11.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.2 | 1 | $39.97 | $18.27 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Late night in Country Homes on Wednesday
Local time
2:37 AM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Renton on Wednesday
Local time
2:37 AM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
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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
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
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.
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