Chewelah, WA to Renton, WA is 327.4 miles and takes about 6h 16m via I 90 and US 395, with a fuel budget near $66 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays entirely within Washington state, traveling from the Pacific Coast region to the same region. Expect a largely highway-based drive, making it a practical choice for a single-day trip. It's a straightforward option if you're looking to cover ground efficiently between these two points.
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
163.7 miles from Chewelah, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
267.6 mi
4h 50m
US 395
31.6 mi
46m
North Park Street
16.5 mi
20m
I 405
4.9 mi
6m
US 2
3 mi
3m
Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi
2m
North Browne Street
0.5 mi
1m
Airport Way South
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 267.6 mi, about 4h 50m
Traffic on I-90
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 165 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,831 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,544
Quietest
2 AM
~110 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chewelah, WA and Renton, WA.
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Start on US 395
17 mi·20 min·North Park Street
2
Enter roundabout
125 ft·1 sec
3
Continue
184 ft·2 sec
4
Turn straight onto US 395
10 mi·12 min·US 395
5
Enter roundabout onto US 395
139 ft·2 sec·US 395
6
Continue on US 395
0.9 mi·1 min·US 395
7
Enter roundabout onto US 395
90 ft·1 sec·US 395
8
Continue on US 395
12 mi·15 min·US 395
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
8.5 mi·18 min·US 395
Toward US 395: SpokaneUse the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 2; US 395
0.5 mi·1 min·North Browne Street
11
Take the ramp onto US 2; US 395
3.0 mi·3 min·US 2; US 395
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
57 mi·1 hr·I 90; US 395
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
211 mi·3 hr 50 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 10Toward I 405: Renton, EverettUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 405 South: RentonUse the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto I 405
4.9 mi·6 min·I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 5Toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard NortheastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
0.3 mi·48 sec·North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi·2 min·Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on Airport Way South
0.4 mi·59 sec·Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.1 mi·24 sec·Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left
39 ft·2 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 16m estimated duration, departing in the morning is advisable to allow ample daylight for the drive. The route is manageable in a single day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider an early afternoon departure and a brief stop. You'll encounter approximately 267.6 miles of continuous I 90 driving, so ensure you're comfortable with extended highway time. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $66, and plan your refueling stops accordingly along US 395 and I 90.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 163.7 miles from Chewelah, WA, or about 3h 13m 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 72 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.7 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 7m
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 Chewelah, 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 Chewelah, WA
This is one driving day of about 327.4 miles and 6h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Chewelah, 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.
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 39.6 and 325.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
39.6 mi into trip|~48m in|US 395
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 toward US 395: Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 395: Spokane
6
108.3 mi into trip|~2h 13m in|I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
319.3 mi into trip|~6h 3m 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
319.5 mi into trip|~6h 3m 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
325.1 mi into trip|~6h 11m 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
$70.04 one way
$140.09 round trip
$5.43/gal25.4 MPG avg115 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.68
$73.21
$146.43
premium
$5.89
$75.93
$151.87
diesel
$6.28
$80.90
$161.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$70
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
98.2
1
$34.38
$15.72
Efficient EV
81.9
0
$28.65
$13.10
EV Truck/SUV
131
1
$45.84
$20.95
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 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.
Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Chewelah, WA
Late night
in Chewelah on Friday
Local time
2:57 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 1 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Renton, WA
Late night
in Renton on Friday
Local time
2:57 AM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive 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
6h 16m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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
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...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 327.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 94% of the 327.4 miles utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 267.6 miles on I 90, indicating a long period of consistent highway cruising. The transition to surface roads will occur late in the drive, as the main highway segment concludes. Expect to encounter a high density of exits and merging traffic as you approach your destination.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 267.6 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.6 miles in near US 395.
Driving Effort7/10
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 327.4 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 39.6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.3 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 319.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Top landmarks
•Renton History Museum — Museum in the city of Renton in the state of Washington, United States.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 16m. Total distance: 327.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 267.6 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 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 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 39.6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.3 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 319.3 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Renton, WA before the return drive.
