Cities Near Auburn
Cities near Auburn, Washington: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Kent, Tacoma, South Hill. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Auburn, Washington is Kent, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tacoma | 11 mi / 17 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| South Hill | 12 mi / 19 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Burien | 13 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bellevue | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shoreline | 31 mi / 51 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Olympia | 37 mi / 59 km | 1 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Everett | 46 mi / 75 km | 1 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Victoria | 94 mi / 151 km | 2 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Yakima | 95 mi / 152 km | 2 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Auburn
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Kent, Tacoma, South Hill, Burien, Bellevue. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Auburn include Kent, Tacoma, South Hill, Burien, Bellevue. The closest is Kent, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.