How far is Enumclaw, WA from Renton, WA?

The driving distance from Enumclaw, WA to Renton, WA is about 28.6 miles (46 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
28.57 mi
00h 40m
Flight
21.96 mi
35.34 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
21.96 mi
Kilometers
35.34 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
28.57 mi
Kilometers
45.98 km
Drive Time
00h 40m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Renton
Sun, Apr 19, 3:47 AM PDT
Return by in Enumclaw
Sun, Apr 19, 4:28 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Enumclaw
2026-04-19T03:06
Arrive Renton
Sun, Apr 19, 3:47 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:41 AM to 7:41 PM PDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:08 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Enumclaw
10:00 PM PDT
Flexible departure

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Auburn
WA

The second most populous city in Pierce County, Washington.

From Enumclaw
14.3 mi
00h 20m
To Renton
14.3 mi
00h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
3 mph NNW
Destination
66°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Enumclaw and Renton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Enumclaw and Renton.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    92 m · 24 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Initial Avenue

    686 ft · 25 sec · Initial Avenue

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Franklin Street

    79 m · 14 sec · Franklin Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Griffin Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · Griffin Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on Southeast 436th Way

    3222 ft · 1 min · Southeast 436th Way

  6. 6

    Continue on Southeast 436th Street

    2.6 mi · 4 min · Southeast 436th Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

  8. 8

    Continue on Auburn Way South

    2.7 mi · 5 min · Auburn Way South

  9. 9

    Continue on Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

    1 km · 1 min · Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

  10. 10

    Continue on Auburn Way South

    1.4 km · 2 min · Auburn Way South

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Auburn Way South

    30 m · 2 sec · Auburn Way South

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout onto Auburn Way South

    2.5 mi · 6 min · Auburn Way South

  13. 13

    Take the ramp left toward WA 18 West

    1115 ft · 27 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto State Route 18

    3190 ft · 45 sec · State Route 18

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 167: Renton, Puyallup

    1109 ft · 19 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on WA 167 North: Kent, Renton

    3177 ft · 54 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    11.6 mi · 15 min · Valley Freeway

  18. 18

    Continue on Rainier Avenue South

    1.5 km · 2 min · Rainier Avenue South

  19. 19

    Turn right

    12 m · 3 sec

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Enumclaw and Renton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
20 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
69.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Valley Freeway
11.6 mi · 41%
Auburn Way South
6.1 mi · 21%
Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast
3.87 mi · 14%
Southeast 436th Street
2.63 mi · 9%
Griffin Avenue
0.94 mi · 3%
Rainier Avenue South
0.91 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Valley Freeway

Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

11.6 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 40m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.7 mi
21.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Auburn
00h 20m from Enumclaw
Leave By
7:08 PM PDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Enumclaw and Chance Light Rain near Renton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Enumclaw to Renton?

The road trip is about 28.6 miles (46 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Auburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.3 miles from Enumclaw and 14.3 miles from Renton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.29 one way or $10.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Enumclaw and Chance Light Rain near Renton.

Stop Ideas Near Auburn

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Auburn and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 10.5 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 13.3 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Meeting point 11.4 mi away

City of Normandy Park City Hall

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City Hall
City Hall Saloon & Eatery
Nearby stop 14.1 mi away

City Hall Saloon & Eatery

Enumclaw , WA
35317 314th Way SE, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Rating 4.5/5 315 reviews Bar

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Auburn.

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

16 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

17 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

33 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

35 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Enumclaw and Renton. Straight-line distance: 21.96 mi (35.34 km).

Enumclaw

#1 Enumclaw

City in Washington state, USA

Population12,548
Coordinates47.2042700, -121.9915000
Altitude232
CountryUnited States
Renton

#2 Renton

The second most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population101,494
Coordinates47.4828800, -122.2170700
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: (-121.991556, 47.204215)
End: (-122.217044, 47.482897)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 46 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.01 gal
3.82 L · about $5.29
Round trip
$10.57
2.02 gal · 7.64 L
Estimated CO2
9 kg one way
Round trip: 18 kg / 40 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $5.29 $10.57
Mid-grade $5.57 $5.62 $11.25
Premium $5.77 $5.83 $11.66
Diesel $5.47 $5.52 $11.04

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Enumclaw and Renton. The current time is 03:06:22.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.