Origin
Renton, WA
Evening in Renton on Sunday
Local time
8:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Renton, WA to Dollar Corner, WA
Drive Time
2h 56m
Distance
150.2 mi
242 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 46m
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6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dollar Corner, WA
Tony Began
Trip Overview
Traveling from Renton to Dollar Corner is a straightforward 150.2-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 56 minutes. Since the route is almost entirely highway-focused, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it an efficient choice for those looking to travel between these two Pacific Coast points in Washington. With an estimated fuel cost of $32, it remains a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. You will primarily utilize I-5, I-405, and WA-502 to navigate the distance. Because this is a relatively quick trip, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging, allowing you maximum flexibility with your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.1 miles from Renton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 99% of this route consists of highway travel. The core of your journey is a long, uninterrupted 142.5-mile stretch along I-5, which defines the personality of this drive as a consistent, efficient interstate transit. While the transition onto WA-502 provides a brief change of pace as you reach your destination, the majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent maintaining steady highway speeds. This is a practical, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours. Prepare for a focused, monotonous trek that gets you from point A to point B with minimal navigational complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 142.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 502. 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
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 150.2 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 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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
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~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
6
3.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Portland
6
24.1 mi into trip
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~32m in
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I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
146.2 mi into trip
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~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward WA 502 East: Battle Ground
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward WA 502 East: Battle Ground
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 142.5 mi | 2h 43m |
| WA 502 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| I 405 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Rainier Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Valley Freeway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 219th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 142.5 mi, about 2h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton, WA and Dollar Corner, 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
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Rainier Avenue South
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on WA 167
324 ft
·
7 sec
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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
122 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 11
Toward WA 502 East: Battle Ground
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on WA 502
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
WA 502
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
WA 502
Trip Plan
To make the most of this drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the long 142.5-mile stretch on I-5. Because the route is quite short at under three hours, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on traffic patterns rather than fatigue management. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the main interstate, as the highway-heavy nature of the trip means fewer opportunities for quick exits. Since this is a one-day trip, utilize your flexibility to hit the road outside of peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain the estimated three-hour travel time. Your best bet is to pack snacks in advance, allowing you to keep your movement efficient and your total trip costs close to the $32 fuel estimate.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.1 miles from Renton, WA, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.5 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.1 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dollar Corner, 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 150.2 miles and 2h 56m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 142.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.1 mi from Renton, WA · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 75.1 miles from Renton, 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 142.5 miles.
Arriving in Dollar Corner, WA
The final approach into Dollar Corner, 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 Dollar Corner, 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
$31.52 one way
$63.05 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $32.92 | $65.84 |
| premium | $5.77 | $34.13 | $68.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.37 | $66.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.77 | $7.21 |
| Efficient EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.14 | $6.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.1 | 0 | $21.03 | $9.61 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Dollar Corner, WA
Evening in Dollar Corner on Sunday
Local time
8:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 56m 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 Dollar Corner, WA covers 150.2 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, WA 502, 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 75.1 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 $31.52 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 150.2 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 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Renton, WA to Dollar Corner, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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