Origin
Belfair, WA
Late night in Belfair on Tuesday
Local time
2:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belfair, WA to Renton, WA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belfair, WA
Boko Shots
Trip Overview
This 58.4-mile drive from Belfair to Renton, Washington, is a manageable one-day trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 21 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-5 and WA-16, with a short section on Southwest Lake Flora Road, offering a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this journey is quite budget-friendly for a day excursion. Since you're staying within the Pacific Coast region, you won't experience dramatic landscape shifts, but rather a consistent drive through Washington's varied terrain. This drive is ideal for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 20.9 mi | 26m |
| WA 16 | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Southwest Lake Flora Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Northeast State Route 3 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| I 405 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Bethel Burley Road Southeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Lider Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Rainier Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 20.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belfair, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on WA 3
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast State Route 3
2
Enter roundabout onto WA 3
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
Northeast State Route 3
3
Continue on WA 3
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast State Route 3
4
Continue on WA 3
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
State Highway 3 Southwest
5
Turn right onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Lake Flora Road
6
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
159 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest Lake Flora Road
7
Continue on Southwest Lake Flora Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest Lake Flora Road
8
Continue on Glenwood Road Southwest
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Glenwood Road Southwest
9
Turn right onto Southwest Lider Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Lider Road
10
Continue on Southeast Lider Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Lider Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto Bethel Burley Road Southeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bethel Burley Road Southeast
12
Turn left onto Southeast Mullenix Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Southeast Mullenix Road
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward WA 16 East: Tacoma
14
Merge onto WA 16
20 mi
·
24 min
·
WA 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto I 5
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 5
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
21 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
19
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.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto I 405
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 2
Toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto WA 167
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Valley Freeway
26
Continue on WA 167
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right
39 ft
·
2 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Belfair, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 54.6 and 57.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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...
9
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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
8
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
8
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
9
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.22 one way
$24.45 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| premium | $5.77 | $13.26 | $26.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
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
Renton, WA
Late night in Renton on Tuesday
Local time
2:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
1h 21m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is 76% highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 20.9 miles on I-5, providing a solid opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While much of the journey is highway-focused, be prepared for the transition as you navigate between major interstates and state routes. The road character is generally efficient, designed for steady travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. You'll experience the practicalities of moving between these two Washington locations.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.9 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 54.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.4 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Belfair, WA to Renton, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bellevue along the way.
Bellevue
54.6 mi in
|
~1h 14m
About the Cities
Arriving in Renton, WA
Full guide →Renton is a city in King County, Washington south of Bellevue and north of Kent. It is a quiet suburb of Seattle at the base of Lake Washington. Renton is primarily known as the site of the Boeing 737 plant, where the popular commercial jetliner is built. Renton is also notable for being the resting place of rock legend Jimi Hendrix. Its relatively inexpensive property prices make it a solid choice of stay while visiting Seattle, and the downtown area has many quiet charms of its own.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 58.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.9 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Renton, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Renton, WA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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