How far is Renton, WA from Colfax, WA?
The driving distance from Renton, WA to Colfax, WA is about 270.5 miles (435.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 231.6 miles (372.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 27m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Renton and Colfax.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton and Colfax.
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Start on the route
19 m · 5 sec
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Turn left
22 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
30 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Rainier Avenue South
158 m · 13 sec · Rainier Avenue South
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Turn right onto Airport Way
2225 ft · 1 min · Airport Way
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Continue on Logan Avenue South
705 ft · 22 sec · Logan Avenue South
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
1 km · 1 min · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Sunset Boulevard North
1012 ft · 36 sec · Sunset Boulevard North
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Keep slight right to continue on Sunset Boulevard North
814 ft · 23 sec · Sunset Boulevard North
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 405 North, WA 900 East
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90: Seattle, Spokane
1281 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Spokane
1867 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
127.8 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 26 East: Othello, Pullman
1454 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight
133.3 mi · 2 hr 50 min
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Continue on West Walla Walla Highway
127 m · 7 sec · West Walla Walla Highway
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Merge slight left onto North Main Street
3166 ft · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Spring Street
43 m · 8 sec · East Spring Street
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Turn right
78 m · 19 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Renton and Colfax.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
133 mi · 02h 50m
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 Sunny leaving Renton and Chance Light Rain near Colfax.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Renton to Colfax?
The road trip is about 270.5 miles (435.4 km) and usually takes 05h 27m 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?
George is a useful midpoint, sitting about 135 miles from Renton and 135.6 miles from Colfax.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 231.6 miles (372.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:04 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.98 one way or $99.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Renton and Chance Light Rain near Colfax.
Stop Ideas Near George
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Renton and Colfax. Straight-line distance: 231.62 mi (372.76 km).
#1 Renton
The second most populous city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 101,494 |
| Coordinates | 47.4828800, -122.2170700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colfax
City in Washington, United States
| Population | 2,787 |
| Coordinates | 46.8801700, -117.3643500 |
| Altitude | 601 |
| Country | United States |
End: Colfax (-117.36435, 46.88017)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 435 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.23 | $49.98 | $99.95 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $53.16 | $106.33 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $55.11 | $110.23 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $52.21 | $104.42 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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