Origin
Renton, WA
Evening in Renton on Sunday
Local time
8:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Renton, WA to Brier, WA
Drive Time
40m
Distance
27.4 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brier, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
Connecting Renton to Brier is a straightforward 27.4-mile journey that typically takes about 40 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Because this trip is short and located entirely within the Pacific Coast region of Washington, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very economical commute. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including WA 900 and I-405, before transitioning to local roads like 228th Street Southeast. Whether you are running errands or visiting friends, this drive provides a practical, direct link between these two cities without the need for an overnight stay.
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
13.7 miles from Renton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by a heavy focus on highway travel, with 80% of the journey spent on fast-paced routes. You will find that the longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on WA 900, which covers 15 miles of your total distance. Behind the wheel, you should expect a functional, highway-focused experience rather than a winding backroad adventure. The transition from the high-speed flow of I-405 to the final local approach on 228th Street Southeast marks the primary shift in the drive's personality. It is a steady, no-nonsense path designed for efficiency rather than leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WA 900 is the longest continuous segment at about 15 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 900 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near North 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 27.4 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 0.7 miles (North 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (WA 900): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.7 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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WA 900
Take the ramp onto WA 900 toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
6
16.7 mi into trip
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~23m 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
23.7 mi into trip
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~32m in
Take the exit toward WA 527 North: Bothell, Mill Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward WA 527 North: Bothell, Mill Creek
7
26.1 mi into trip
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~37m in
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Locust Way
At end of road, turn left onto Locust Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Renton, WA to Brier, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Mill Creek along the way.
Mill Creek
23.7 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 900 | 15 mi | 19m |
| I 405 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| 228th Street Southeast | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North 3rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 236th Street Southwest | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Airport Way | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Locust Way | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Sunset Boulevard North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 900
— 15 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton, WA and Brier, WA.
1
Start on this road
63 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
71 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left
98 ft
·
9 sec
4
Turn right onto Rainier Avenue South
520 ft
·
12 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
·
21 sec
·
Logan Avenue South
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 3rd Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto WA 900
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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Sunset Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 900
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Sunset Boulevard North
10
Take the ramp onto WA 900
15 mi
·
19 min
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WA 900
Toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 405
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 26
Toward WA 527 North: Bothell, Mill Creek
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
216 ft
·
11 sec
Toward WA 527 South: Bothell
14
Turn left onto WA 527
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Bothell-Everett Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto 228th Street Southeast
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
228th Street Southeast
Use the right lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto Locust Way
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Locust Way
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto 234th Place Southwest
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
234th Place Southwest
18
At end of road, turn right onto 20th Avenue West
470 ft
·
19 sec
·
20th Avenue West
19
Turn left onto South Castle Way
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Castle Way
20
Continue on 236th Street Southwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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236th Street Southwest
21
Turn right onto Brier Road
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
Brier Road
22
Arrive at destination
Brier Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 40-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-405 is always a smart strategy for a smoother experience. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the entire route is short enough to drive in one go. Keep your fuel budget of $6 in mind, but rest assured that the route is simple enough that you won't need to worry about complex navigation or frequent roadside breaks. For the best results, double-check your GPS as you transition off the highway onto 228th Street Southeast, as the shift from interstate to local roads is the most critical part of your navigation.
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 13.7 miles from Renton, WA, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15 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 27.4 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.7 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brier, 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.
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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 Renton, WA
This is one driving day of about 27.4 miles and 40m.
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 900 for about 15 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.7 mi from Renton, WA · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.7 miles from Renton, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brier, WA
The final approach into Brier, 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 Brier, 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
$5.75 one way
$11.50 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
| premium | $5.77 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.09 | $12.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Brier, WA
Evening in Brier on Sunday
Local time
8:53 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
40m 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 Brier, WA covers 27.4 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 900, I 405, 228th Street Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 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 $5.75 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 17 significant decision points across 27.4 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 0.7 miles (North 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (WA 900): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.7 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Renton, WA to Brier, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Mill Creek along the way.
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