Origin
Renton, WA
Afternoon in Renton on Sunday
Local time
2:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
32.6 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eastmont, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Renton, WA to Eastmont, WA is 32.6 miles and takes about 49 minutes via WA 900, I 405, and Bothell-Everett Highway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Washington and the Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward trip. You'll mostly encounter highway driving, making it a quick and efficient option if you need to get between these two points. Consider this route for its brevity and ease, especially if you're looking for a simple transit rather than an extended scenic tour.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 900 | 15 mi | 19m |
| I 405 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| Bothell-Everett Highway | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| 35th Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 132nd Street Southeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| North 3rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Airport Way | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Sunset Boulevard North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Renton, WA and Eastmont, WA.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left
Turn right onto Rainier Avenue South
Turn right onto Airport Way
Continue on Logan Avenue South
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Turn left onto WA 900
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 900
Take the ramp onto WA 900
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto WA 527
Turn right onto WA 96
Turn left onto 35th Avenue Southeast
Turn right onto 111th Place Southeast
Continue on 38th Drive Southeast
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 32.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Renton, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 23.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp onto WA 900 toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward WA 527 North: Bothell, Mill Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 527 North: Mill Creek
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$6.82 one way
$13.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $7.16 | $14.31 |
| premium | $5.77 | $7.40 | $14.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Renton on Sunday
Local time
2:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Eastmont on Sunday
Local time
2:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 67% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 15 miles on WA 900, offering a good period of consistent travel. The route transitions between different highways, including WA 900, I 405, and the Bothell-Everett Highway. Expect a mix of speeds, with the potential for quicker progress on the interstate sections and potentially more varied conditions on WA 900.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 900 and I 405. 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.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 32.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
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 16.7 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Renton, WA to Eastmont, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Mill Creek along the way.
Mill Creek
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 32.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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