Origin
Freeland, WA
Afternoon in Freeland on Friday
Local time
4:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Freeland, WA to Renton, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Freeland, WA
Jack Davis
Trip Overview
The drive from Freeland, WA to Renton, WA covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 405, State Route 525, Mukilteo Speedway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.5 miles on I 405. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 48.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 48.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 405 and State Route 525. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.5 miles on I 405.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 405 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and State Route 525. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near WA 525 / State Route 525.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.6 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 0.6 miles (WA 525 / State Route 525): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (WA 525 / Ferry Dock): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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WA 525 / State Route 525
Turn left onto WA 525 / State Route 525
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
9.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
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WA 525 / Ferry Dock
Turn right onto WA 525 / Ferry Dock
Navigation decision point
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway
At end of road, turn left onto WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
23.2 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 405
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset B...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 24.5 mi | 30m |
| State Route 525 | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| Mukilteo Speedway | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| Mukilteo-Clinton Ferry | 3 mi | 20m |
| Logan Avenue North | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Paine Field Boulevard | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| WA 525 | 0.4 mi | 2m |
| Airport Way South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 24.5 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freeland, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on Scott Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Scott Road
3
Turn left onto WA 525
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 525
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on 2
409 ft
·
9 sec
·
2
5
Turn right onto WA 525
200 ft
·
11 sec
·
Ferry Dock
6
Continue on WA 525
3.0 mi
·
20 min
·
Mukilteo-Clinton Ferry
7
Continue on WA 525
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
WA 525
Use the right lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto WA 525
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Mukilteo Speedway
Use the left / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto WA 526
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
84th Street Southwest
10
Turn right onto WA 525 Spur
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
·
Paine Field Boulevard
11
Turn slight left onto WA 525
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Mukilteo Speedway
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on I 405
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
23 mi
·
28 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 5
Toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on Airport Way South
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left
39 ft
·
2 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.3 mi from Freeland, WA · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Freeland, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.17 one way
$20.34 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $10.67 | $21.33 |
| premium | $5.77 | $11.04 | $22.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Afternoon in Renton on Friday
Local time
4:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 8 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
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
1 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
1h 29m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Freeland, WA to Renton, WA covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, State Route 525, Mukilteo Speedway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.3 miles from Freeland, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.17 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 48.6 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 0.6 miles (WA 525 / State Route 525): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (WA 525 / Ferry Dock): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Freeland, WA to Renton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
How this page is built
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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