Origin
Veradale, WA
Evening in Veradale on Sunday
Local time
7:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Veradale, WA to Renton, WA
Drive Time
5h 25m
Distance
290.8 mi
468 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 12m
★
6 AM
5h 26m
8 AM
5h 53m
10 AM
5h 35m
12 PM
5h 33m
3 PM
5h 37m
5 PM
5h 51m
8 PM
5h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Connecting Veradale to Renton is a straightforward 290.8-mile journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 25 minutes of driving time. Because this route is almost entirely highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $61 for fuel to cover the distance across Washington. By utilizing the Spokane Valley Freeway and I-90 as your primary arteries, you will find a direct path across the state. This is a practical, efficient transit route for those looking to move between these two locations with minimal fuss.
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
145.4 miles from Veradale, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy experience, as 98% of this trip is comprised of highway driving. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm during the 267.6-mile stretch on I-90, which makes up the vast majority of your time behind the wheel. The transition from the Spokane Valley area toward the Renton region is defined by these fast, well-maintained corridors rather than technical local roads. Because you are spending nearly the entire duration on major interstates, the drive feels purposeful and focused. Prepare for a steady pace that favors efficiency over winding, secondary backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 267.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Spokane Valley Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 290.8 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 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 282.7 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
2.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
71.7 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
282.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett
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 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
7
282.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 405 South: Renton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 405 South: Renton
8
288.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 20m in
Take the exit toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard Northeast
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 5
Toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset B...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 267.6 mi | 4h 50m |
| Spokane Valley Freeway | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| I 405 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| South Evergreen Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Logan Avenue North | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East 8th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Airport Way South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Southport Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 267.6 mi, about 4h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Veradale, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on South Adams Road
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Adams Road
2
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 8th Avenue
3
Turn right onto South Evergreen Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Evergreen Road
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 90
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Spokane Valley Freeway
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
57 mi
·
1 hr
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I 90; US 395
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
211 mi
·
3 hr 50 min
·
I 90
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 405 South: Renton
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 405
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 405
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 5
Toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on Airport Way South
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left
39 ft
·
2 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day drive, aim to depart early to avoid potential traffic congestion as you approach the Renton area. You only need one planned stop to keep your energy levels steady throughout the 5-hour and 25-minute trek. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long 267.6-mile segment on I-90, as services can be spaced out depending on your specific pace. Taking advantage of the flexibility of a single-day trip means you can easily adjust your departure time to bypass peak commuting hours on the I-405 section. Prioritize a mid-route break to stretch your legs, as the continuous highway driving can be taxing over such a long distance.
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 145.4 miles from Veradale, WA, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.6 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.4 miles or 2h 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 4h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Renton, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Veradale, 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 Veradale, WA
This is one driving day of about 290.8 miles and 5h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Veradale, 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 90 for about 267.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.4 mi from Veradale, WA · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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 145.4 miles from Veradale, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 267.6 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
$61.03 one way
$122.07 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $63.74 | $127.47 |
| premium | $5.77 | $66.07 | $132.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $64.61 | $129.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.2 | 1 | $30.53 | $13.96 |
| Efficient EV | 72.7 | 0 | $25.45 | $11.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.3 | 1 | $40.71 | $18.61 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 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
Renton, WA
Evening in Renton on Sunday
Local time
7:16 PM
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
7 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
5h 25m 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 Veradale, WA to Renton, WA covers 290.8 miles and takes about 5h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, Spokane Valley Freeway, 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 145.4 miles from Veradale, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.03 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 290.8 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 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 282.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Veradale, WA to Renton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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