Origin
Brush Prairie, WA
Evening in Brush Prairie on Saturday
Local time
7:52 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Brush Prairie, WA to Renton, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
155.6 mi
250 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
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6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brush Prairie, WA
Robert So
Trip Overview
This 155.6-mile drive from Brush Prairie, WA, to Renton, WA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes to complete. The route is heavily focused on major highways, with 94% of the journey on interstates like I-5 and I-405. Expect a fuel cost of around $33 for this trip. Given its manageable length and highway-centric profile, it's a straightforward drive that doesn't necessitate an overnight stop. You'll spend most of your time on the road, making it ideal for those who prefer efficient travel between these two points within the Pacific Coast region.
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
77.8 miles from Brush Prairie, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 144.3 mi | 2h 45m |
| Northeast 179th Street | 4 mi | 6m |
| I 405 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 92nd Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 156th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Rainier Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Northeast Caples Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 154th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 144.3 mi, about 2h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brush Prairie, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on Northeast 153rd Street
227 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northeast 153rd Street
2
Turn left onto WA 503 Business
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Northeast Caples Road
3
Turn right onto WA 503
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Northeast 117th Avenue
4
Turn left onto Northeast 154th Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Northeast 154th Street
5
Continue on Northeast 112th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Northeast 112th Avenue
6
Turn left onto Northeast 156th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 156th Street
7
Continue on Northeast 92nd Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 92nd Avenue
8
Turn left onto Northeast 179th Street
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Northeast 179th Street
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
10
Merge onto I 5
124 mi
·
2 hr 19 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
21 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
12
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.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 405
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 2
Toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto WA 167
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Valley Freeway
19
Continue on WA 167
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right
39 ft
·
2 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this relatively short, 3-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Given that it's primarily highway travel, aim to leave when traffic is less congested, perhaps mid-morning or early afternoon, to maximize your driving comfort. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 144.3 miles, you can easily complete this trip without needing to break it up. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longer interstate segments, as services can be spaced out on the highway. The estimated fuel cost is $33, so plan accordingly.
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 77.8 miles from Brush Prairie, WA, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.3 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 34 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.8 miles or 1h 32m 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 28m
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 Brush Prairie, 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 Brush Prairie, WA
This is one driving day of about 155.6 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Brush Prairie, 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 144.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.8 miles from Brush Prairie, 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 144.3 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 151.8 and 154.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
151.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m 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
151.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m 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
153.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 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
154 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m 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
154.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m 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
$32.57 one way
$65.13 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $34.15 | $68.30 |
| premium | $5.77 | $35.33 | $70.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.35 | $68.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.34 | $7.47 |
| Efficient EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.78 | $9.96 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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
Evening in Renton on Saturday
Local time
7:52 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°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
20 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 5m 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?
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with a substantial 94% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 144.3 miles on I-5, indicating significant time spent on this primary artery. The journey begins with some local road navigation on Northeast 179th Street before merging onto the faster pace of I-5 and subsequently I-405. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed, multi-lane highways, the initial and final segments offer a slight variation in road character.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 144.3 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Northeast 179th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 151.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 155.6 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 151.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 151.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 155.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 144.3 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 151.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 151.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Renton, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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