How far is Benton City, WA from Renton, WA?
The driving distance from Benton City, WA to Renton, WA is about 201.8 miles (324.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154 miles (247.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 23m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kittitas County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Benton City and Renton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton City and Renton.
-
1
Start on 9th Street
1942 ft · 58 sec · 9th Street
-
2
Continue on Babs Avenue
2687 ft · 1 min · Babs Avenue
-
3
Turn straight onto 1st Street
2166 ft · 53 sec · 1st Street
-
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
9 m · 1 sec
-
5
Exit the roundabout
1623 ft · 20 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
64.4 mi · 1 hr 10 min
-
7
Continue straight
31 mi · 34 min
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
101.4 mi · 1 hr 54 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 405: Renton, Everett
1138 ft · 28 sec
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 405 South: Renton
1 km · 1 min
-
11
Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 6 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward WA 900 East: Park Avenue North, Sunset Boulevard Northeast
1509 ft · 37 sec
-
13
Turn right onto North Southport Drive
1836 ft · 49 sec · North Southport Drive
-
14
Continue on Logan Avenue North
1.1 mi · 3 min · Logan Avenue North
-
15
Continue on Airport Way South
2113 ft · 60 sec · Airport Way South
-
16
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
777 ft · 24 sec · Rainier Avenue South
-
17
Turn left
12 m · 3 sec
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Benton City and Renton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 90 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
101 mi · 01h 54m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Benton City and Mostly Cloudy near Renton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Benton City to Renton?
The road trip is about 201.8 miles (324.8 km) and usually takes 03h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ellensburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.1 miles from Benton City and 98.8 miles from Renton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154 miles (247.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:14 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.26 one way or $74.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Benton City and Mostly Cloudy near Renton.
Stop Ideas Near Ellensburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ellensburg.
Columbia Station
Quincy, Washington
Leavenworth, Washington
Leavenworth
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Benton City and Renton. Straight-line distance: 154 mi (247.84 km).
#1 Benton City
City in Benton County, Washington, United States
| Population | 3,495 |
| Coordinates | 46.2631900, -119.4878000 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Renton
The second most populous city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 101,494 |
| Coordinates | 47.4828800, -122.2170700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-122.217044, 47.482897)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 325 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $37.26 | $74.52 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $39.64 | $79.27 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $41.09 | $82.18 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $38.93 | $77.85 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Washington · Jun 03, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.