Renton, WA to Colville, WA is 350.5 miles and takes about 6h 47m via I 90 and US 395, with a fuel budget near $72 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a single-day trip covering 95% highway miles across Washington State. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal turns, mostly on major interstates and US highways. This route is ideal if you want to get from the Pacific Coast region to another part of the Pacific Coast region efficiently, with a clear path and predictable travel time.
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
175.3 miles from Renton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
270.6 mi
4h 54m
US 395
49.3 mi
1h 1m
North Division Street
15.1 mi
19m
US 2
6.3 mi
15m
WA 900
6.2 mi
8m
South Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
North 3rd Street
0.6 mi
1m
Airport Way
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 270.6 mi, about 4h 54m
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 Renton, WA and Colville, WA.
1
Start on this road
63 ft·5 sec·this road
2
Turn left
71 ft·8 sec
3
Turn left
98 ft·9 sec
4
Turn right onto Rainier Avenue South
520 ft·12 sec·Rainier Avenue South
5
Turn right onto Airport Way
0.4 mi·1 min·Airport Way
6
Continue on Logan Avenue South
0.1 mi·21 sec·Logan Avenue South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North 3rd Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto WA 900
0.2 mi·36 sec·Sunset Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 900
0.2 mi·23 sec·Sunset Boulevard North
10
Take the ramp onto WA 900
6.2 mi·8 min·WA 900
Toward I 405 North, WA 900 EastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 11Toward I 90: Seattle, SpokaneUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward I 90 East: SpokaneUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 90
268 mi·4 hr 51 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
2.9 mi·3 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
15
Take the exit onto US 2; US 395
0.2 mi·32 sec·US 2; US 395
Toward US 395 North, US 2 East: Colville, Newport
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 2; US 395
6.1 mi·14 min·US 2; US 395
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395
15 mi·19 min·North Division Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Enter roundabout onto US 395
128 ft·1 sec·US 395
19
Continue on US 395
0.9 mi·1 min·US 395
20
Enter roundabout onto US 395
125 ft·1 sec·US 395
21
Continue on US 395
10 mi·12 min·US 395
22
Turn slight right
188 ft·2 sec
23
Enter roundabout
108 ft·1 sec
24
Continue
254 ft·3 sec
25
Turn straight onto US 395
38 mi·47 min·US 395
26
Turn slight right
95 ft·1 sec
27
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
198 ft·2 sec·South Main Street
28
Continue on South Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Street
29
Turn right onto WA 20
68 ft·2 sec·East 3rd Avenue
30
Arrive at destination
WA 20
Trip Plan
Given this is a 6 hour and 47 minute drive, leaving Renton in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your break strategically along the 270.6-mile stretch of I 90. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $72, and it's always wise to top off before heading into more rural sections. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, breaking it up could offer a more relaxed pace if preferred, though it's easily manageable in one go.
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 175.3 miles from Renton, WA, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 270.6 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 77 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175.3 miles or 3h 14m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colville, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Renton, 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 Renton, WA
This is one driving day of about 350.5 miles and 6h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Renton, 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 270.6 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 0.7 and 285.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip|~4m in|WA 900
Take the ramp onto WA 900 toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
8
7.8 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward I 90: Seattle, Spokane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward I 90: Seattle, Spokane
7
8.1 mi into trip|~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
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285.3 mi into trip|~5h 23m in|US 395 / North Division Street
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395 / North Division Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$74.05 one way
$148.09 round trip
$5.37/gal25.4 MPG avg123 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.63
$77.68
$155.35
premium
$5.90
$81.42
$162.83
diesel
$7.31
$100.87
$201.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$74
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
105.2
1
$36.80
$16.82
Efficient EV
87.6
1
$30.67
$14.02
EV Truck/SUV
140.2
1
$49.07
$22.43
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 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
Renton, WA
Morning
in Renton on Thursday
Local time
6:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Colville, WA
Morning
in Colville on Thursday
Local time
6:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Cloudy
0 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 47m 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...
The ancient geologic landscape of the upper Columbia River cradles Lake Roosevelt in walls of stone carved by massive ice age floods. Come explore the shorelines and learn the stories of American Indi...
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
Free
near mile 338.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is predominantly highway driving, with 95% of the 350.5 miles on major roads like I 90 and US 395. You'll experience a substantial stretch of 270.6 miles on I 90 before transitioning to US 395 and then North Division Street. Expect long stretches of consistent cruising, with the majority of your time spent on high-speed, limited-access roads. The shift away from the primary interstate will happen later in the drive, signaling a change to more local road conditions.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 270.6 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 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near North 3rd Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 350.5 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 0.7 miles (North 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (WA 900): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,793 ft46 ft
Total Climb
4,798 ft
Total Descent
3,232 ft
Highest Point
2,793 ft
~50.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,747 ft
Notable High Points
2,793 ft at ~50.1 miles+716 ft prominence
2,426 ft at ~125.2 miles+809 ft prominence
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 Renton, WA to Colville, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Newport along the way.
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 47m. Total distance: 350.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 47m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 270.6 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 Colville, 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 0.7 miles (North 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (WA 900): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 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 and Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Colville, WA before the return drive.
