This 285.5-mile journey from Country Homes, WA to Renton, WA is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 5 hours and 24 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing I-90 and I-405, this route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 97% of the trip on these major arteries. With an estimated fuel cost of $60, it's a manageable drive for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. As both origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region and the state of Washington, you'll experience a consistent West Coast feel throughout.
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
142.8 miles from Country Homes, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
267.6 mi
4h 50m
North Division Street
5.6 mi
13m
I 405
4.9 mi
6m
US 2
3 mi
3m
Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi
2m
North Newport Highway
0.7 mi
1m
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 83 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,832 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,477
Quietest
2 AM
~107 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
17.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Country Homes, WA and Renton, WA.
1
Start on North Andrew Street
165 ft·12 sec·North Andrew Street
2
Turn left onto East Graves Road
375 ft·18 sec·East Graves Road
3
Turn right onto US 2
0.7 mi·1 min·North Newport Highway
4
Turn slight left onto US 2; US 395
5.6 mi·13 min·North Division Street
5
Continue on US 2; US 395
0.5 mi·1 min·North Browne Street
6
Take the ramp onto US 2; US 395
3.0 mi·3 min·US 2; US 395
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
57 mi·1 hr·I 90; US 395
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
211 mi·3 hr 50 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 10Toward I 405: Renton, EverettUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 405 South: RentonUse the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 405
4.9 mi·6 min·I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 5Toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard NortheastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
0.3 mi·48 sec·North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi·2 min·Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on Airport Way South
0.4 mi·59 sec·Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.1 mi·24 sec·Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left
39 ft·2 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 24-minute duration, starting early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially on the interstate portions. With only one recommended stop, plan for a substantial break around the halfway point or after the longest stretch on I-90 to refuel and stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $60, so ensure your tank is topped off before you depart. Pay attention to highway signage for the transitions between I-90 and I-405 as you near Renton.
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 142.8 miles from Country Homes, WA, or about 2h 44m 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 63 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.8 miles or 2h 44m 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 Country Homes, 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 Country Homes, WA
This is one driving day of about 285.5 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Country Homes, 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 66.4 and 283.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
66.4 mi into trip|~1h 21m 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
277.4 mi into trip|~5h 11m 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
277.6 mi into trip|~5h 11m 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
5
278.3 mi into trip|~5h 13m in|I 405
Merge onto I 405
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
283.2 mi into trip|~5h 19m 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
$55.62 one way
$111.23 round trip
$4.95/gal25.4 MPG avg100 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.18
$58.27
$116.54
premium
$5.39
$60.60
$121.19
diesel
$4.80
$53.91
$107.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
85.7
1
$29.98
$13.70
Efficient EV
71.4
0
$24.98
$11.42
EV Truck/SUV
114.2
1
$39.97
$18.27
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Country Homes, WA
Morning
in Country Homes on Sunday
Local time
10:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Smoke
S 6 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Renton, WA
Morning
in Renton on Sunday
Local time
10:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
W 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 11:13AM PDT until July 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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
18 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 24m 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.
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 275.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the vast majority of this 285.5-mile trip. You'll spend about 97% of your time on major interstates like I-90 and I-405. The drive includes a significant longest stretch of 267.6 miles solely on I-90, meaning long periods of consistent speed. While the profile is largely highway, the transition between I-90 and I-405 will involve navigating different interstate systems as you approach your destination. This route offers a straightforward, efficient path rather than winding scenic byways.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 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 North Division Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 66.4 miles in near I 90.
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 11 significant decision points across 285.5 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 66.4 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 277.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 277.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 5h 24m. Total distance: 285.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 24m 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 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 66.4 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 277.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 277.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 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.
