Origin
Renton, WA
Late night in Renton on Sunday
Local time
1:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Renton, WA to Eatonville, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eatonville, WA
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Trip Overview
This 47.7-mile drive from Renton, WA to Eatonville, WA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 11 minutes. The route primarily utilizes Meridian Avenue East and WA 161, with a significant portion on the Valley Freeway. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this is an economical excursion. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and local road navigation. Since it's a short journey within the Pacific Coast region, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations, allowing for a flexible schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian Avenue East | 20.1 mi | 31m |
| Valley Freeway | 20.1 mi | 25m |
| WA 161 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| South Meridian | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Rainier Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Meridian East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Mashell Avenue North | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Meridian Avenue East
— 20.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton, WA and Eatonville, WA.
1
Start on this road
63 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
71 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left
98 ft
·
12 sec
4
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Rainier Avenue South
5
Continue on WA 167
20 mi
·
25 min
·
Valley Freeway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward WA 512 West, WA 161 South: Puyallup, Olympia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on WA 161; WA 512
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
WA 161; WA 512
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto WA 161
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
WA 161
Toward WA 161 South: South Hill, Eatonville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
At end of road, turn left onto WA 161
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
31st Avenue Southwest
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on WA 161
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Meridian
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on WA 161
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Meridian Avenue East
12
Continue on WA 161
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Meridian East
13
Continue on WA 161
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Meridian Avenue East
14
Continue on WA 161
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Meridian Avenue East
15
Continue on WA 161
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue North
16
Turn slight right onto Mashell Avenue North
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mashell Avenue North
17
Arrive at destination
3 ft
·
Mashell Avenue North
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
7
21 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward WA 512 West, WA 161 South: Puyallup, Olympia
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.
Toward WA 512 West, WA 161 South: Puyallup, Oly...
7
24.4 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
WA 161
Take the exit onto WA 161 toward WA 161 South: South Hill, Eatonville
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.
Toward WA 161 South: South Hill, Eatonville
7
24.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
WA 161 / 31st Avenue Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto WA 161 / 31st Avenue Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.98 one way
$19.97 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $10.47 | $20.94 |
| premium | $5.77 | $10.83 | $21.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Eatonville, WA
Late night in Eatonville on Sunday
Local time
1:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
1h 11m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 48% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 20.1 miles along Meridian Avenue East, which will likely offer a more consistent pace. The drive transitions between the quicker Valley Freeway and the more varied Meridian Avenue East and WA 161, providing a dynamic feel behind the wheel. This blend means you'll experience both faster sections and stretches that require more attention to local traffic and intersections.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.1 mi on Meridian Avenue East.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 11m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start: Navigation decision point; at 21 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.
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 Eatonville, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Olympia along the way.
Olympia
21 mi in
|
~27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 47.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.1 miles on Meridian Avenue East. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start: Navigation decision point; at 21 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 Mount Rainier National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Eatonville, WA before heading back.
How this page is built
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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