How far is North Puyallup, WA from Renton, WA?
The driving distance from North Puyallup, WA to Renton, WA is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 02m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Pierce County, Washington.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Puyallup and Renton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Puyallup and Renton.
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Start on the route
34 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
28 m · 13 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Valley Avenue East
1166 ft · 31 sec · Valley Avenue East
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Continue on Valley Avenue Northeast
1807 ft · 53 sec · Valley Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto North Meridian
709 ft · 16 sec · North Meridian
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Take the ramp left toward WA 161 South, WA 167 North: Sumner, Seattle
21.3 mi · 27 min
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Continue on Rainier Avenue South
1.5 km · 2 min · Rainier Avenue South
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Turn right
12 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Puyallup and Renton.
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.
WA 161 South
Take the ramp left toward WA 161 South, WA 167 North: Sumner, Seattle
21.3 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving North Puyallup and Sunny near Renton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Puyallup to Renton?
The road trip is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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 11.4 miles from North Puyallup and 11.4 miles from Renton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 7:28 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.40 one way or $8.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around North Puyallup and Sunny near Renton.
Stop Ideas Near Auburn
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Tukwila Community Center
Auburn Building Permits
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Auburn.
Tacoma Dome Station
Tukwila station
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Puyallup and Renton. Straight-line distance: 19.32 mi (31.09 km).
#1 North Puyallup
Located in the Puyallup River valley of Pierce County, Washington, at an elevation of 52 feet, this community lies just north of the city of Puyallup.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.2067700, -122.2823400 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Renton
The second most populous city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 101,494 |
| Coordinates | 47.4828800, -122.2170700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-122.217044, 47.482897)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.44 | $4.40 | $8.80 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $4.63 | $9.26 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $4.84 | $9.68 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $5.91 | $11.81 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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