How far is Renton, WA from Union Gap, WA?
The driving distance from Renton, WA to Union Gap, WA is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104 miles (167.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Kittitas County, Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Renton and Union Gap.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton and Union Gap.
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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
100.5 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
36.3 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Valley Mall Boulevard, Union Gap
1567 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Valley Mall Boulevard, Union Gap
77 m · 7 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Valley Mall Boulevard
40 m · 2 sec · East Valley Mall Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto East Valley Mall Boulevard
134 m · 9 sec · East Valley Mall Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Rudkin Road
68 m · 4 sec · Rudkin Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Rudkin Road
1255 ft · 42 sec · Rudkin Road
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Turn right
45 m · 11 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
141 m · 15 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
129 m · 31 sec
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Turn right
24 m · 6 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 Union Gap.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 East
Merge slight left
101 mi · 01h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Renton and Sunny near Union Gap.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Renton to Union Gap?
The road trip is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Roslyn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.9 miles from Renton and 73.2 miles from Union Gap.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104 miles (167.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.1 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 12:52 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.00 one way or $54.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Renton and Sunny near Union Gap.
Stop Ideas Near Roslyn
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 Union Gap. Straight-line distance: 104.02 mi (167.41 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 Union Gap
City in Yakima County, Washington, United States
| Population | 6,160 |
| Coordinates | 46.5573500, -120.4750600 |
| Altitude | 300 |
| Country | United States |
End: Union Gap (-120.47506, 46.55735)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 235 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $27.00 | $54.00 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $28.73 | $57.45 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $29.78 | $59.56 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $28.21 | $56.42 |
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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