Renton

Washington

1
Destination

Find driving times and distances from Renton, USA to 1 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Renton

1 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 1 routes

Seattle
13 miles
25 min

Nearby Cities

Mercer Island (6 mi)Burien (6 mi)Kent (7 mi)Bellevue (9 mi)Issaquah (9 mi)

Routes to Renton

Seattle → Renton

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Renton from Seattle?
Renton is approximately 13 miles from Seattle, with a driving time of around 25 min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Renton?
Seattle is the only city within 3 hours of Renton. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Renton?
Renton has 1 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Renton from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Renton to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Seattle, roughly 10 miles away by road.

Seattle~10 mi · 15 min
Portland~165 mi · 2h 45m
Boise~475 mi · 8h 15m
Sacramento~740 mi · 12h 45m
San Francisco~805 mi · 14h

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Renton

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Renton by road:

Seattle-Tacoma (SEA)~5 mi · 15 min
Portland (PDX)~160 mi · 2h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Renton: What to Know

Renton, Washington makes a practical base for exploring the Pacific Northwest by car. Before a longer trip, give the vehicle a quick once-over — tire pressure, washer fluid, and wipers — and download offline maps, as coverage can thin out between towns on rural stretches. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-5, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Renton

Looking to hit the road from Renton? Browse 3 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Renton connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.