Origin
Nooksack, WA
Late night in Nooksack on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Nooksack, WA to Renton, WA
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
114.4 mi
184 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
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6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nooksack, WA
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Nooksack, WA, to Renton, WA? This 114.4-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 26 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day drive. You'll be spending about 84% of your time on highways, primarily I-5 and I-405, with a brief section on Everson Goshen Road. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $24. Given the relatively short distance and straightforward highway focus, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stop. It's a practical drive connecting two points within the Pacific Coast region of Washington State.
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
57.2 miles from Nooksack, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 84% of the route utilizing major interstates. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 71.7-mile segment on I-5. While the majority of the drive will be on high-speed freeways like I-5 and I-405, you'll encounter a short detour onto Everson Goshen Road, offering a brief change of pace before rejoining the main thoroughfares. The character is primarily one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 71.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.5 miles in near I 5.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 114.4 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 15.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
15.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
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I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
87.2 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
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 182
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
6
89 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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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
112.1 mi into trip
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~2h 20m 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...
5
114.3 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
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Rainier Avenue South
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 71.7 mi | 1h 24m |
| I 405 | 24 mi | 29m |
| Everson Goshen Road | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| Mount Baker Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Sunset Drive | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Logan Avenue North | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Nooksack Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 71.7 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nooksack, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on East Madison Street
67 ft
·
8 sec
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East Madison Street
2
Turn left onto WA 9
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Nooksack Road
3
Turn right onto WA 544
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Columbia Street
4
Continue on WA 544
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
5
Continue on WA 544
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Everson Road
6
Turn straight onto WA 544
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Kale Street
7
Turn straight onto WA 544
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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Mead Avenue
8
Continue on WA 544
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Everson Goshen Road
9
Continue on Everson Goshen Road
6.1 mi
·
9 min
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Everson Goshen Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto WA 542
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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Mount Baker Highway
11
Continue on WA 542
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
East Sunset Drive
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 5 South
13
Merge onto I 5
72 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 182
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 405
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
23 mi
·
28 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
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.
18
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on Airport Way South
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left
39 ft
·
2 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 114.4-mile drive, consider leaving in the morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic, especially as you approach the Seattle metropolitan area. With a duration of about 2.5 hours, you won't need to break up the trip, but you'll want to fuel up before you depart. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 71 miles on I-5, so plan for comfort during that segment. Your fuel costs are estimated at $24, a reasonable expense for this relatively short, highway-centric journey.
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 57.2 miles from Nooksack, WA, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.7 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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 14m 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 57m
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 Nooksack, 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 Nooksack, WA
This is one driving day of about 114.4 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nooksack, 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 71.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.2 mi from Nooksack, WA · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 57.2 miles from Nooksack, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.7 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.94 one way
$47.89 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $25.11 | $50.22 |
| premium | $5.77 | $25.98 | $51.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.26 | $50.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.3 | 0 | $12.01 | $5.49 |
| Efficient EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.02 | $7.32 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
5:10 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
28 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
2h 26m 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 Nooksack, WA to Renton, WA covers 114.4 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 405, Everson Goshen 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 57.2 miles from Nooksack, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.94 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 12 significant decision points across 114.4 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 15.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Nooksack, WA to Renton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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