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Trip from Cashmere, 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

2h 46m

Distance

136.2 mi

219 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Good

5 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 35m ★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m

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

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city in Chelan County, Washington, United States

Cashmere, WA

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Trip Overview

This 136.2-mile drive from Cashmere, WA, to Renton, WA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 46 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-90, US-97, and WA-970, with 97% of the journey on highways, it offers a direct path between the Pacific Coast regions. With an estimated fuel cost of around $29, this route is budget-friendly for a day excursion. The drive is straightforward, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Washington locations. You'll likely find it a practical choice for a quick transit or a focused journey.

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

68.1 miles from Cashmere, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 75.6 mi 1h 25m
US 97 35.3 mi 44m
WA 970 9.9 mi 12m
US 2 6.6 mi 8m
I 405 4.9 mi 6m
Logan Avenue North 1.1 mi 2m
Airport Way South 0.4 mi <1m
North Southport Drive 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 75.6 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 2 Business; US 97 Business

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Aplets Way
2

Turn left onto US 2; US 97

6.3 mi · 8 min · US 2; US 97
3

Take the exit onto US 97

0.3 mi · 46 sec · US 2
Toward US 97 South to I-90, Ellensburg, Seattle Use the slight right lane.
4

Turn left onto US 97

35 mi · 44 min · US 97
5

Continue on WA 970

9.8 mi · 12 min · WA 970
6

Turn left onto WA 970

0.2 mi · 18 sec · WA 970
7

Turn left onto WA 970

0.2 mi · 11 sec · Sunset Highway
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 90 West
9

Merge onto I 90

76 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 405 South: Renton Use the slight left lane.
12

Merge onto I 405

4.9 mi · 6 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

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.
14

Turn right onto North Southport Drive

0.3 mi · 48 sec · North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
15

Continue on Logan Avenue North

1.1 mi · 2 min · Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
16

Continue on Airport Way South

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
17

Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
18

Turn left

39 ft · 2 sec
19

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 46 minutes, this trip works well as a single-day journey. You can depart at your leisure, but an early start will allow for a relaxed pace and avoid potential afternoon traffic closer to Renton. The longest stretch without a major town or exit is 75.6 miles on I-90, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you begin that segment. With only one recommended stop, you have a lot of flexibility in how you pace yourself, but it's always wise to check your fuel levels before embarking on the 75.6-mile stretch on I-90.

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 68.1 miles from Cashmere, WA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.6 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 30 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 68.1 miles or 1h 25m 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 14m

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 Cashmere, 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 Cashmere, WA

This is one driving day of about 136.2 miles and 2h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Cashmere, 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 75.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown South Cle Elum, WA, WA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

South Cle Elum, WA

68 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

West Wenatchee, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

South Cle Elum, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.1 miles from Cashmere, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tina’s Kitfo, Restaurant & Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Seattle, Washington

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 136.2

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12064204871

Visit website

Anchovies and Salt

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Renton, Washington

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Candor Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Renton, Washington

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 136.2

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12532368630

Visit website

Tina’s Kitfo, Restaurant & Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 136.2

Seattle, Washington

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12064204871

Visit website

Anchovies and Salt

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 136.2

Renton, Washington

Hours: 12–9 pm

+14259703154

Visit website

Bai Tong Thai Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 126.5

Redmond, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+14257478424

Visit website

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $100 or ab mile 126.5

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14254560010

Visit website

Sunset Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 136.2

Seattle, Washington

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12067220342

Visit website

Castilla Restaurant and Tapas Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately mile 126.5

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+14256252931

Visit website

Candor Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 136.2

Renton, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12532368630

Visit website

Lupine Market and Café

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.7

Leavenworth, Washington

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15095481875

Visit website

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 126.5

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

Daisy Mae's Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 136.2

Kent, Washington

Hours: 4:30 am–5 pm

+12538725580

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 87.6

Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 48.7

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 58.4

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 107

North Bend, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 58.4

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Travelers Rest Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

TA

0.2 mi from route

Indian John Hill Rest Area, I-90 Westbound

1 mi from route

Indian John Hill Rest Area, I-90 Eastbound

1 mi from route

Sure Lock Escapes- Renton

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 136.2

Renton, Washington

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+12539876899

Visit website

Wilburton Hill Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 126.5

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+14254526914

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.6 and 133.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
6.6 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 97 / US 2

Take the exit onto US 97 / US 2 toward US 97 South to I-90, Ellensburg, Seattle

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 US 97 South to I-90, Ellensburg, Seattle
5
52.1 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in | WA 970 / Sunset Highway

Turn left onto WA 970 / Sunset Highway

Navigation decision point

8
128.1 mi into trip | ~2h 32m 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
128.4 mi into trip | ~2h 33m 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
133.9 mi into trip | ~2h 40m 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...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$28.51 one way

$57.01 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $29.89 $59.79
premium $5.77 $30.93 $61.86
diesel $5.61 $30.07 $60.14

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.9 0 $14.30 $6.54
Efficient EV 34.1 0 $11.92 $5.45
EV Truck/SUV 54.5 0 $19.07 $8.72

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Cashmere, WA

Night in Cashmere on Saturday

Local time

9:23 PM

PDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Renton, WA

Night in Renton on Saturday

Local time

9:23 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

27 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

2h 46m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 131.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, as 97% of the route is on major roadways like I-90. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.6 miles on I-90, offering extended periods of consistent speed. While predominantly highway, the route shifts between different major roads, meaning you'll experience variations in the driving environment. This means less time on winding backroads and more time on well-maintained arteries designed for efficient travel. The road's personality is largely defined by its high highway share, emphasizing forward momentum.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.6 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 97. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near US 97 / US 2.

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 13 significant decision points across 136.2 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 6.6 miles (US 97 / US 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.1 miles (WA 970 / Sunset Highway): Navigation decision point; at 128.1 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.

On the drive from Cashmere, WA to Renton, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Everett along the way.

Everett

128.1 mi in | ~2h 32m

About the Cities

Starting in Cashmere, WA

Full guide →

Cashmere is a small town in the North Central Cascades of Washington State. It is home to Liberty Orchards, producers of Aplets & Cotlets.

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 2h 46m. Total distance: 136.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 75.6 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (US 97 / US 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.1 miles (WA 970 / Sunset Highway): Navigation decision point; at 128.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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