How far is Fords Prairie, WA from Renton, WA?

The driving distance from Fords Prairie, WA to Renton, WA is about 76 miles (122.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
75.99 mi
01h 24m
Flight
63.14 mi
101.62 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Fords Prairie.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
63.14 mi
Kilometers
101.62 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
75.99 mi
Kilometers
122.29 km
Drive Time
01h 24m

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 01h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Renton
Wed, Apr 22, 7:45 PM PDT
Return by in Fords Prairie
Wed, Apr 22, 9:10 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Fords Prairie
2026-04-22T18:21
Arrive Renton
Wed, Apr 22, 7:45 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:40 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Fords Prairie
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
DuPont
WA

City in the state of Washington

From Fords Prairie
38 mi
00h 42m
To Renton
38 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
9 mph WSW
Destination
56°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Fords Prairie and Renton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fords Prairie and Renton.

  1. 1

    Start on Harrison Avenue

    1.4 km · 2 min · Harrison Avenue

  2. 2

    Take the ramp left toward I 5 North

    2312 ft · 56 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    50.3 mi · 1 hr

  4. 4

    Keep slight right

    20.7 mi · 26 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue

    136 m · 11 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue

    2062 ft · 50 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn

    2161 ft · 31 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Renton, Rainier Avenue South

    1520 ft · 27 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South

    1005 ft · 43 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    1102 ft · 23 sec · Valley Freeway

  12. 12

    Continue on Rainier Avenue South

    1.5 km · 2 min · Rainier Avenue South

  13. 13

    Turn right

    12 m · 3 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Fords Prairie and Renton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 North
71.3 mi · 94%
I 405 North
1.69 mi · 2%
Rainier Avenue South
0.91 mi · 1%
Harrison Avenue
0.87 mi · 1%
WA 167 South
0.7 mi · 1%
Valley Freeway
0.21 mi
Longest Stretch

I 5 North

Merge slight left

50.3 mi · 01h 00m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.9 mi
63.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
DuPont
00h 42m from Fords Prairie
Leave By
3:40 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Fords Prairie and Light Rain Likely near Renton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Fords Prairie to Renton?

The road trip is about 76 miles (122.3 km) and usually takes 01h 24m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

DuPont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38 miles from Fords Prairie and 38 miles from Renton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:40 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.02 one way or $28.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Fords Prairie and Light Rain Likely near Renton.

Stop Ideas Near DuPont

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around DuPont and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 13.5 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
Lakewood City Hall
Meeting point 6.1 mi away

Lakewood City Hall

DuPont
6000 Main St SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
Rating 3.8/5 19 reviews City Hall
Lacey Community Center
Nearby stop 9.7 mi away

Lacey Community Center

Olympia , WA
6729 Pacific Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98503
Rating 4.5/5 280 reviews Community center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to DuPont.

RAIL

Centennial Station

17 mi away
6600 Yelm Highway S.E.
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

23 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Centralia station

49 mi away
210 Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

50 mi away
7301 South 158th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Fords Prairie and Renton. Straight-line distance: 63.14 mi (101.62 km).

Fords Prairie

#1 Fords Prairie

Census designated place

Population1,959
Coordinates46.7351000, -122.9890200
Altitude54
CountryUnited States
Renton

#2 Renton

The second most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population101,494
Coordinates47.4828800, -122.2170700
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: Harrison Avenue (-122.989021, 46.7351)
End: (-122.217044, 47.482897)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 122 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 56m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.68 gal
10.15 L · about $14.02
Round trip
$28.05
5.36 gal · 20.3 L
Estimated CO2
23.8 kg one way
Round trip: 47.6 kg / 105 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $14.02 $28.05
Mid-grade $5.57 $14.92 $29.84
Premium $5.77 $15.47 $30.93
Diesel $5.47 $14.65 $29.30

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Fords Prairie and Renton. The current time is 18:21:13.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.