Trip from Sunnyside, WA to Renton, WA

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Drive Time

3h 22m

Distance

168.2 mi

271 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 11m ★

6 AM

3h 23m

8 AM

3h 47m

10 AM

3h 31m

12 PM

3h 29m

3 PM

3h 32m

5 PM

3h 46m

8 PM

3h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Sunnyside, WA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 167.9 miles, this drive from Sunnyside to Renton takes approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes to complete. Because the travel time is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $35 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Pacific Coast locales. Navigating this route involves transitioning between Northeast 292nd Avenue, Northeast 53rd Street, and Northeast Bradford Road. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this straightforward journey is manageable for most drivers to finish in one go.

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

84.1 miles from Sunnyside, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entire 167.9-mile journey navigating local roads rather than high-speed lanes. The constant adjustments required by the winding path through the region create a distinct, technical feel. Because the profile is defined by these curves and turns, you will find it requires more focus than a typical stretch of freeway. Plan for a steady, rhythmic pace as you transition through the various local segments that make up the entirety of your travel time.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 27 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 146.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 164.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 168.2 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: at 164.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 166.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

164.4 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in

Take the exit toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue

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 154A-B Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma...

164.5 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 154B Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue

166.2 mi into trip | ~3h 18m in

Take the exit toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn

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 2 Toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn

166.6 mi into trip | ~3h 18m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South

166.9 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in

Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue Sou...

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 5	146.2 mi	2h 47m
I 205	6.1 mi	7m
Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard	4 mi	7m
Northeast 58th Street	2 mi	3m
Northeast 53rd Street	1.5 mi	2m
I 405	1.3 mi	1m
Northeast 292nd Avenue	1.3 mi	1m
Northeast Bradford Road	1.2 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 5 — 146.2 mi, about 2h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sunnyside, WA and Renton, WA.

Start on Northeast Stauffer Road

139 ft · 5 sec · Northeast Stauffer Road

Turn right onto Northeast 292nd Avenue

1.3 mi · 1 min · Northeast 292nd Avenue

Continue on Northeast 53rd Street

0.4 mi · 36 sec · Northeast 53rd Street

Continue on Northeast Bradford Road

1.2 mi · 1 min · Northeast Bradford Road

Continue on Northeast 53rd Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Northeast 53rd Street

At end of road, turn right onto WA 500

356 ft · 6 sec · Northeast 237th Avenue

Continue on WA 500

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Northeast 54th Street

Continue on WA 500

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Northeast 232nd Avenue

Continue on WA 500

2.0 mi · 3 min · Northeast 58th Street

Continue on WA 500

0.8 mi · 1 min · Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto WA 500

103 ft · 2 sec · Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard

Continue on WA 500

3.2 mi · 6 min · Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard

Turn left onto WA 500

0.9 mi · 1 min · WA 500

Use the left lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 205 North: Seattle Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 205

6.1 mi · 7 min · I 205

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 5

126 mi · 2 hr 21 min · I 5

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

21 mi · 25 min · I 5

Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

448 ft · 10 sec

Exit 154A-B Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Exit 154B Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 405

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 405

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 30 sec

Exit 2 Toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 26 sec

Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 42 sec

Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto WA 167

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Valley Freeway

Continue on WA 167

0.9 mi · 2 min · Rainier Avenue South

Use the left lane.

Turn right

39 ft · 2 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 2 hour and 54 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refresh yourself after managing the turn-heavy local roads. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is approximately $35, so it is wise to fill up before departing Sunnyside to avoid searching for stations during the more technical portions of the drive. Prioritize keeping your eyes on the road, especially when navigating the specific turns on Northeast 292nd Avenue and Northeast Bradford Road. Because there is no highway travel involved, expect your average speed to be dictated by local traffic and road conditions rather than high-speed limits.

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 84.1 miles from Sunnyside, WA, or about 1h 42m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.2 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 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 84.1 miles or 1h 42m 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 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Renton, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Sunnyside, 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 Sunnyside, WA

This is one driving day of about 168.2 miles and 3h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sunnyside, 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 146.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 84.1 mi from Sunnyside, WA · 1h 42m into the drive

city in Lewis County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Centralia, WA

84 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

Centralia, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Centralia, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.1 miles from Sunnyside, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.2 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.

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

$35.20 one way

$70.41 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$36.92	$73.84
premium	$5.77	$38.20	$76.39
diesel	$5.61	$37.14	$74.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	50.5	$17.66	$8.07
Efficient EV	42.1	$14.72	$6.73
EV Truck/SUV	67.3	$23.55	$10.76

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Sunnyside, WA

Late night in Sunnyside on Wednesday

Local time

3:18 AM

PDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Renton, WA

Late night in Renton on Wednesday

Local time

3:18 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

1 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

3h 22m 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 Sunnyside, WA to Renton, WA covers 168.2 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 5, I 205, Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 84.1 miles from Sunnyside, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.20 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Sunnyside, WA to Renton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Sunnyside, WA to Renton, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Renton, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Sunnyside, WA

Renton, WA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 22m on the road

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