Origin
Renton, WA
Night in Renton on Sunday
Local time
9:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Renton, WA to Bremerton, WA
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
57.4 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bremerton, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
Spanning 57.4 miles, this direct route from Renton to Bremerton typically takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes to complete. Because the drive is straightforward and manageable, it works perfectly as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-405, I-5, and WA 16 to bridge these two Pacific Coast locations. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should be sufficient for the journey. Since the trip is relatively short, you can comfortably complete the drive in a single stretch without needing additional stops. It is a practical, efficient way to travel between these Washington hubs.
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
28.7 miles from Renton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 90% of your time will be spent cruising on major thoroughfares. The road feels like a standard interstate commute, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along WA 16, which runs for 28.1 miles. Transitioning between I-405, I-5, and WA 16 keeps the drive moving steadily without much variation in terrain. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a consistent, high-speed pace that characterizes these well-traveled Washington corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WA 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 16 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Rainier Avenue South.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 57.4 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: near the start (Rainier Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Rainier Avenue South
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward I 405 South: Burien, Seattle, Tacoma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 405 South: Burien, Seattle, Tacoma
8
25.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
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 132B
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
7
25.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
7
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 36
Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 16 | 28.1 mi | 36m |
| I 5 | 21.6 mi | 27m |
| I 405 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Charleston Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 6th Street | 1 mi | 3m |
| Rainier Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Callow Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Valley Freeway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 16
— 28.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton, WA and Bremerton, WA.
1
Start on this road
63 ft
·
5 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
71 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left
98 ft
·
12 sec
4
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Rainier Avenue South
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on WA 167
324 ft
·
7 sec
·
Valley Freeway
Use the left / none lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 405 South: Burien, Seattle, Tacoma
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 405
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 405
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 5 South: Portland
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 5
20 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 132B
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto WA 16
28 mi
·
36 min
·
WA 16
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 36
Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on WA 304
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Charleston Boulevard
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on WA 304
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Callow Avenue
17
Turn right onto 6th Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
6th Street
Use the none lane.
18
Arrive at destination
6th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 19 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Since there are no mandatory stops required for this 57.4-mile trip, you can easily drive straight through if you prefer. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the highways, as the $12 estimated cost is based on a direct transit. Because this is a highway-heavy route, try to avoid peak rush hours to ensure your time on the road remains stress-free. Your best strategy is to treat this as a simple point-to-point transit where the primary goal is efficiency.
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 28.7 miles from Renton, WA, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.1 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 57.4 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.7 miles or 38m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bremerton, 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.
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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 57.4 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Renton, 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 WA 16 for about 28.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.7 mi from Renton, WA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Renton, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bremerton, WA
The final approach into Bremerton, 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 Bremerton, 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
$12.05 one way
$24.09 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $12.58 | $25.16 |
| premium | $5.77 | $13.04 | $26.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.75 | $25.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Bremerton, WA
Night in Bremerton on Sunday
Local time
9:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
2 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
1h 19m 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 Renton, WA to Bremerton, WA covers 57.4 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 16, I 5, 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 28.7 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 $12.05 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 13 significant decision points across 57.4 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: near the start (Rainier Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Renton, WA to Bremerton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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