Cities Near Burien
Cities near Burien, Washington: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Renton, Seattle, Federal Way. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Burien, Washington is Renton, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renton | 6 mi / 10 km | 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Seattle | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Federal Way | 10 mi / 17 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tacoma | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kirkland | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shoreline | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| South Hill | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Everett | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Olympia | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Victoria | 81 mi / 131 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Burien
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Renton, Seattle, Federal Way, Tacoma, Kirkland. 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 Burien include Renton, Seattle, Federal Way, Tacoma, Kirkland. The closest is Renton, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.