How far is Renton, WA from Dayton, WA?
The driving distance from Renton, WA to Dayton, WA is about 269.7 miles (434 km), with a travel time of about 05h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 215.7 miles (347.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 32m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Renton and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton and Dayton.
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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
82.8 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Turn right onto North Main Street
6.4 mi · 11 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
29.3 mi · 51 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
14.6 mi · 19 min
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Turn left onto Patit Road
26 m · 4 sec · Patit Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Patit Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Renton and Dayton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 90 East
Merge slight left
128 mi · 02h 21m
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.
Sunny leaving Renton and Sunny near Dayton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Renton to Dayton?
The road trip is about 269.7 miles (434 km) and usually takes 05h 46m 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 134.6 miles from Renton and 135.1 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 215.7 miles (347.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 54 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 5:28 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $51.74 one way or $103.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Renton and Sunny near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near George
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 George.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Renton and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 215.75 mi (347.22 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 Dayton
Situated in southeastern Washington at an elevation of 1660 feet, this Columbia County seat lies in the foothills of the Blue Mountains along the Touchet River.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.3237500, -117.9724400 |
| Altitude | 506 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dayton (-117.97244, 46.32375)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 434 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 21m |
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 | $5.44 | $51.74 | $103.48 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $54.44 | $108.89 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $56.90 | $113.80 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $69.42 | $138.84 |
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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