This 187.3-mile drive from Renton, WA to Manson, WA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours. With 97% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on I-90, US-97, and US-97 Alt. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $39. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that connects two points within the Pacific Coast region. Given its manageable duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stop.
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
93.6 miles from Renton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
75.8 mi
1h 25m
US 97
35.2 mi
44m
US 97 Alt
33.2 mi
45m
US 2
14.8 mi
19m
WA 970
9.9 mi
12m
State Route 150
6.5 mi
12m
WA 900
6.2 mi
8m
West Manson Highway
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 75.8 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton, WA and Manson, 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
76 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward Cle Elum, Leavenworth
15
Turn left onto WA 970
0.4 mi·33 sec·Sunset Highway
16
At end of road, turn right onto WA 970
0.1 mi·10 sec·WA 970
17
Take the exit onto WA 970
9.8 mi·12 min·WA 970
18
Continue on US 97
35 mi·44 min·US 97
19
Take the exit onto US 97
15 mi·19 min·US 2
20
Enter roundabout onto Easy Street
225 ft·9 sec·Easy Street
21
Continue on Easy Street
350 ft·11 sec·Easy Street
22
Turn right onto Ohme Garden Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Ohme Garden Road
23
Enter roundabout onto US 97 Alt
198 ft·2 sec·US 97 Alt
24
Continue on US 97 Alt
33 mi·45 min·US 97 Alt
25
Continue on West Woodin Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·West Woodin Avenue
26
Turn left onto North Columbia Street
349 ft·18 sec·North Columbia Street
27
Turn left onto WA 150
1.1 mi·1 min·West Manson Highway
28
Enter roundabout onto State Route 150
101 ft·2 sec·State Route 150
29
Continue on State Route 150
6.5 mi·12 min·State Route 150
30
Continue on Wapato Way
0.2 mi·25 sec·Wapato Way
31
Arrive at destination
WA 150
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, departing in the morning will give you ample time to reach Manson without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your break strategically along the route, perhaps after the initial 75.8-mile stretch on I-90. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition to US-97, as services can be more spread out in some sections. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility; consider an early start to maximize your time at your destination. A specific tip for this route would be to ensure your vehicle is fueled before departing Renton, as this is a very highway-intensive drive.
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 93.6 miles from Renton, WA, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.8 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 41 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.6 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manson, 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 187.3 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 75.8 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 8.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in|WA 900 / Sunset Boulevard North
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 900 / Sunset Boulevard North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.20 one way
$78.40 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$41.11
$82.22
premium
$5.77
$42.53
$85.07
diesel
$5.61
$41.35
$82.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.2
0
$19.67
$8.99
Efficient EV
46.8
0
$16.39
$7.49
EV Truck/SUV
74.9
0
$26.22
$11.99
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Renton, WA
Night
in Renton on Saturday
Local time
9:21 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Manson, WA
Night
in Manson on Saturday
Local time
9:21 PM
PDT
Current temp
67°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
19 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
4h 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, with nearly all of the 187.3 miles covered on major roadways like I-90 and US-97. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.8 miles along I-90, offering a consistent pace. While the profile is largely highway, the transition onto US-97 and US-97 Alt will introduce slight variations in scenery and road feel as you move through different parts of Washington state. It's a route designed for efficient travel, minimizing time spent on slower, more winding roads.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.8 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.7 miles in near North 3rd Street.
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 22 significant decision points across 187.3 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 0.7 miles (North 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (WA 900 / Sunset Boulevard North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.7 miles (WA 900): 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 Renton, WA and Manson, WA, road signs point toward Cle Elum and Leavenworth.
Cle Elum
84.2 mi in|~1h 38m
Leavenworth
84.2 mi in|~1h 38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 187.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 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 75.8 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 Manson, 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 0.7 miles (North 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (WA 900 / Sunset Boulevard North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.7 miles (WA 900): 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 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Manson, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
