This 148.8-mile journey from East Wenatchee Bench, WA to Renton, WA will take you approximately 2 hours and 38 minutes. It's a straightforward day trip, easily manageable within a single day, with an estimated fuel cost of $31. You'll navigate primarily via 15th Street Northeast and the Sunset Highway, incorporating US 2 along the way. Given its relatively short duration and its placement within the Pacific Coast region for both origin and destination, this route offers a convenient local drive without the need for an overnight stop. The experience is characterized by a turn-heavy local feel, making it feel more like a connected series of local roads than a long highway stretch.
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
74.7 miles from East Wenatchee Bench, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
75.6 mi
1h 25m
US 97
35.3 mi
44m
US 2
14.5 mi
19m
WA 970
9.9 mi
12m
I 405
4.9 mi
6m
Sunset Highway
2.9 mi
5m
Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi
2m
Odabashian Bridge
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 75.6 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Wenatchee Bench, WA and Renton, WA.
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Start on Eastmont Avenue
0.1 mi·27 sec·Eastmont Avenue
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Turn left onto 15th Street Northeast
0.7 mi·1 min·15th Street Northeast
3
Turn right onto WA 28
2.8 mi·5 min·Sunset Highway
4
Turn left onto US 2; US 97
0.7 mi·1 min·US 2/97
5
Continue on US 2; US 97
1.1 mi·1 min·Odabashian Bridge
6
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 97
137 ft·5 sec·US 2; US 97
7
Continue on US 2; US 97
0.4 mi·44 sec·US 2; US 97
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 2; US 97
140 ft·2 sec·US 2; US 97
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 2; US 97
14 mi·17 min·US 2; US 97
10
Take the exit onto US 97
0.3 mi·46 sec·US 2
Toward US 97 South to I-90, Ellensburg, SeattleUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto US 97
35 mi·44 min·US 97
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Continue on WA 970
9.8 mi·12 min·WA 970
13
Turn left onto WA 970
0.2 mi·18 sec·WA 970
14
Turn left onto WA 970
0.2 mi·11 sec·Sunset Highway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 90 West
16
Merge onto I 90
76 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 10Toward I 405: Renton, EverettUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 405 South: RentonUse the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 405
4.9 mi·6 min·I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 5Toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard NortheastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
0.3 mi·48 sec·North Southport Drive
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi·2 min·Logan Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on Airport Way South
0.4 mi·59 sec·Airport Way South
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.1 mi·24 sec·Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left
39 ft·2 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2 hour and 38 minute drive covering 148.8 miles, leaving early can help you avoid any potential local traffic snags. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $31, you have the flexibility to take your time. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be making frequent turns. Since this is a comfortable day trip, you can easily adjust your pace. A practical tip for this route: be mindful of the transitions between different local road sections, as they might have varying speed limits or traffic patterns.
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 74.7 miles from East Wenatchee Bench, WA, or about 1h 37m 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 33 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 37m 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 31m
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 East Wenatchee Bench, 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 East Wenatchee Bench, WA
This is one driving day of about 149.3 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from East Wenatchee Bench, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.7 and 147.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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19.7 mi into trip|~28m 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
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65.2 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|WA 970 / Sunset Highway
Turn left onto WA 970 / Sunset Highway
Navigation decision point
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141.3 mi into trip|~2h 52m 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
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141.5 mi into trip|~2h 53m 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
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147.1 mi into trip|~3h 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
$31.25 one way
$62.49 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$32.77
$65.54
premium
$5.77
$33.90
$67.81
diesel
$5.61
$32.96
$65.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 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
44.8
0
$15.68
$7.17
Efficient EV
37.3
0
$13.06
$5.97
EV Truck/SUV
59.7
0
$20.90
$9.56
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
East Wenatchee Bench, WA
Morning
in East Wenatchee Bench on Sunday
Local time
7:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Renton, WA
Morning
in Renton on Sunday
Local time
7:55 AM
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
26 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 6m 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
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 144.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that's more about navigating local roads than cruising on a highway, as this route has a 0% highway share. This means you'll encounter frequent turns and a more involved driving experience, fitting its 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the nature of this route suggests a dynamic pace with regular adjustments. You'll be engaging with the road more directly, moving through various local environments rather than a continuous high-speed journey. The progression will feel more like a series of connected neighborhood and main street drives.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 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?
10/10
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 19.7 miles in near US 97 / US 2.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 149.3 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 19.7 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 65.2 miles (WA 970 / Sunset Highway): Navigation decision point; at 141.3 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.
Between East Wenatchee Bench, WA and Renton, WA, road signs point toward Ellensburg, Seattle and Everett.
Ellensburg
19.7 mi in|~28m|via US 97
Seattle
19.7 mi in|~28m|via US 97
Everett
141.3 mi in|~2h 52m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 149.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 6m 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 75.6 miles on I 90. 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 19.7 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 65.2 miles (WA 970 / Sunset Highway): Navigation decision point; at 141.3 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.
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.
