Origin
Renton, WA
Morning in Renton on Saturday
Local time
9:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Renton, WA to Pomeroy, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 53m
Distance
276.2 mi
445 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 40m
★
6 AM
5h 53m
8 AM
6h 20m
10 AM
6h 3m
12 PM
6h 0m
3 PM
6h 4m
5 PM
6h 18m
8 PM
5h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Renton, WA to Pomeroy, WA covers 276.2 miles and takes about 5h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Rainier Avenue South, Airport Way, Logan Avenue South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.81 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
138.1 miles from Renton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 53m. Total distance: 276.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 53m drive with frequent turns across 276.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Rainier Avenue South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Renton, WA to Pomeroy, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rainier Avenue South | — | — |
| Airport Way | — | — |
| Logan Avenue South | — | — |
| North 3rd Street | — | — |
| Sunset Boulevard North | — | — |
| I 405 North | — | — |
| I 90 | — | — |
| I 90 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Rainier Avenue South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton, WA and Pomeroy, WA.
1
Start on the route
62 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
72 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left
98 ft
·
9 sec
4
Turn right onto Rainier Avenue South
518 ft
·
13 sec
·
Rainier Avenue South
5
Turn right onto Airport Way
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport Way
6
Continue on Logan Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Logan Avenue South
7
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 3rd Street
8
Turn left onto Sunset Boulevard North
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Sunset Boulevard North
9
Keep slight right to continue on Sunset Boulevard North
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Sunset Boulevard North
10
Take the ramp slight left toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 405 North, WA 900 East
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 90: Seattle, Spokane
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 90: Seattle, Spokane
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Spokane
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 90 East: Spokane
13
Merge slight left
128 mi
·
2 hr 20 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward WA 26 East: Othello, Pullman
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
WA 26 East: Othello, Pullman
15
Turn straight
83 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
16
Turn right onto North Main Street
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
North Main Street
17
Turn left
29 mi
·
51 min
18
At the end of the road, turn left
8.5 mi
·
10 min
19
Take the exit slight right
13 mi
·
15 min
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 138.1 miles from Renton, WA, or about 2h 56m into the drive.
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 61 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.1 miles or 2h 56m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pomeroy, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Renton, 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 Renton, WA
This is one driving day of about 276.2 miles and 5h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Renton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 138.1 mi from Renton, WA · 2h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
138 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 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 138.1 miles from Renton, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pomeroy, WA
The final approach into Pomeroy, 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 Pomeroy, 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
$57.81 one way
$115.61 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $60.62 | $121.25 |
| premium | $5.77 | $62.72 | $125.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.98 | $121.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.9 | 1 | $29.00 | $13.26 |
| Efficient EV | 69.1 | 0 | $24.17 | $11.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 110.5 | 1 | $38.67 | $17.68 |
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Pomeroy, WA
Morning in Pomeroy on Saturday
Local time
9:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
48°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 53m 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 Renton, WA to Pomeroy, WA covers 276.2 miles and takes about 5h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Rainier Avenue South, Airport Way, Logan Avenue South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 138.1 miles from Renton, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.81 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 straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Renton, WA to Pomeroy, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Renton, WA to Pomeroy, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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