Cities Near Renton
Cities near Renton, Washington: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Burien, Kent, Bellevue. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Renton, Washington is Burien, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burien | 6 mi / 10 km | 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kent | 7 mi / 11 km | 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bellevue | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tacoma | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shoreline | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| South Hill | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Everett | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Olympia | 44 mi / 71 km | 1 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Victoria | 84 mi / 136 km | 1 hr 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Bellingham | 89 mi / 143 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Renton
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Burien, Kent, Bellevue, Tacoma, Shoreline. 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 Renton include Burien, Kent, Bellevue, Tacoma, Shoreline. The closest is Burien, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.