Origin
Highland, WA
Late night in Highland on Wednesday
Local time
1:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highland, WA to Renton, WA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
4h 18m
Distance
228.1 mi
367 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 6m
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6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 45m
10 AM
4h 28m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highland, WA
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Trip Overview
This 228.1-mile drive from Highland, WA, to Renton, WA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 18 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-82, US-97, and I-405, this route offers a highway-focused experience within the Pacific Coast region. With a projected fuel cost of around $48, it's an economical option for a day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a straightforward journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover this distance without needing an overnight stay.
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
114 miles from Highland, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey on major roadways. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 112.2 miles on I-82, offering a consistent pace. The route is characterized by its focus on efficient travel, largely sticking to interstates and well-maintained US highways. This means you'll likely experience smooth sailing for the majority of the trip, with minimal time spent on slower local roads. The road's personality is geared towards covering ground effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 82 is the longest continuous segment at about 112.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 82 and US 97. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 228.1 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 5.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.6 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 220 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 82 West, US 395 North: Kennewick
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 82 West, US 395 North: Kennewick
7
118.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
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US 97
Keep slight left at fork onto US 97 toward I 90 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 90 West
8
220 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
7
220.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 405 South: Renton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 405 South: Renton
8
225.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 13m 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 82 | 112.2 mi | 2h 1m |
| US 97 | 101.4 mi | 1h 53m |
| I 405 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| East State Route 397 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Logan Avenue North | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lewis and Clark Trail Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Airport Way South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Southport Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 82
— 112.2 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on this road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
2
Turn left onto WA 397
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East State Route 397
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 82 West, US 395 North: Kennewick
4
Merge onto I 82; US 395
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82
112 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
I 82
Toward I 82
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 97
101 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
US 97
Toward I 90 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 405 South: Renton
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 405
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on Airport Way South
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left
39 ft
·
2 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour, 18-minute duration, departing early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Renton. The longest stretch without a major change is over 112 miles on I-82, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you embark on that segment. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $48, and it’s always wise to fill up before hitting longer highway stretches.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114 miles from Highland, WA, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.2 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 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 Highland, 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 Highland, WA
This is one driving day of about 228.1 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Highland, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 82 for about 112.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114 mi from Highland, WA · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114 miles from Highland, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.2 miles.
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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.74 one way
$95.48 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $50.07 | $100.13 |
| premium | $5.77 | $51.80 | $103.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.36 | $100.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.95 | $10.95 |
| Efficient EV | 57 | 0 | $19.96 | $9.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.2 | 1 | $31.93 | $14.60 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
1:10 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
23 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
4h 18m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Highland, WA to Renton, WA covers 228.1 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 82, US 97, I 405. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114 miles from Highland, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 228.1 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 5.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.6 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 220 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Highland, WA to Renton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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