This 159.6-mile drive from Venersborg, WA to Renton, WA takes approximately 3 hours and 12 minutes and is best suited for a single day trip. With 90% of the journey on highways, expect a focused drive primarily utilizing I 5. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $33. As both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, you'll be staying within familiar territory. This route offers a straightforward transit, making it a practical option for a quick journey between these Washington locations.
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
79.8 miles from Venersborg, 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 5
142.3 mi
2h 43m
Northeast 219th Street
4.3 mi
6m
Northeast Risto Road
2.6 mi
3m
West Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
I 405
1.3 mi
1m
Southeast Eaton Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
Southwest 10th Avenue
1 mi
1m
Northeast 199th Street
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 142.3 mi, about 2h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Venersborg, WA and Renton, WA.
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Start on Northeast 209th Street
0.9 mi·1 min·Northeast 209th Street
2
Continue on Northeast Risto Road
2.3 mi·3 min·Northeast Risto Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Northeast Risto Road
0.3 mi·28 sec·Northeast Risto Road
4
Continue on Northeast 199th Street
0.9 mi·1 min·Northeast 199th Street
5
Continue on Southeast Eaton Boulevard
1.3 mi·2 min·Southeast Eaton Boulevard
6
Continue on Southwest Eaton Boulevard
0.5 mi·53 sec·Southwest Eaton Boulevard
7
Turn right onto WA 503
1.0 mi·1 min·Southwest 10th Avenue
8
Turn left onto WA 502
1.5 mi·2 min·West Main Street
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on WA 502
4.3 mi·6 min·Northeast 219th Street
10
Turn left
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Seattle
11
Merge onto I 5
122 mi·2 hr 17 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
21 mi·25 min·I 5
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
448 ft·10 sec
Exit 154A-BToward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, BellevueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 154BToward I 405 North: Renton, BellevueUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 405
1.3 mi·1 min·I 405
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
Exit 2Toward WA 167 South: Renton, AuburnUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·26 sec
Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue SouthUse the straight lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·42 sec
Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue SouthUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto WA 167
0.2 mi·22 sec·Valley Freeway
20
Continue on WA 167
0.9 mi·2 min·Rainier Avenue South
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right
39 ft·2 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 12 minute duration, starting your 159.6-mile trip in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 142.3 miles on I 5, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Consider filling up before departing Venersborg, WA, as the majority of the drive is on the interstate where services might be more spread out. This is a manageable one-day trip, so you have flexibility in your departure time and can adjust your pace as needed.
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 79.8 miles from Venersborg, WA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.3 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 35 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.8 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 35m
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 Venersborg, 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 Venersborg, WA
This is one driving day of about 159.6 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Venersborg, 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 5 for about 142.3 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 155.8 and 158.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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155.8 mi into trip|~3h 5m in
Take the exit toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
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 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma...
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155.9 mi into trip|~3h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
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157.6 mi into trip|~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn
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 2
Toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn
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158 mi into trip|~3h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South
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158.3 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue Sou...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.40 one way
$66.81 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$35.03
$70.06
premium
$5.77
$36.24
$72.49
diesel
$5.61
$35.24
$70.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47.9
0
$16.76
$7.66
Efficient EV
39.9
0
$13.96
$6.38
EV Truck/SUV
63.8
0
$22.34
$10.21
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Venersborg, WA
Late night
in Venersborg on Sunday
Local time
12:52 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Renton, WA
Late night
in Renton on Sunday
Local time
12:52 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
11 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 12m 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...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 159.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 90% of the 159.6 miles on major roadways like I 5. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 142.3 miles on I 5, indicating long periods of consistent driving. While Northeast 219th Street and Northeast Risto Road offer brief detours from the interstate, the overall profile suggests a route where efficiency and steady progress are key. Expect a driving experience geared towards covering distance rather than meandering scenic exploration.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142.3 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Northeast 219th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 155.8 miles in.
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 14 significant decision points across 159.6 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 155.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 155.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.6 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.
On the drive from Venersborg, WA to Renton, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Seattle along the way.
Seattle
13 mi in|~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 159.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 142.3 miles on I 5. 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 155.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 155.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.6 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 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Renton, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
