How far is Renton, WA from Des Moines, WA?
The driving distance from Renton, WA to Des Moines, WA is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 17m.
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.
Airport in SeaTac, Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Renton and Des Moines.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Renton and Des Moines.
-
1
Start on the route
19 m · 5 sec
-
2
Turn left
22 m · 8 sec
-
3
Turn left
30 m · 13 sec
-
4
Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South
1.5 km · 2 min · Rainier Avenue South
-
5
Continue on Valley Freeway
99 m · 7 sec · Valley Freeway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 405 South: Burien, Seattle, Tacoma
2264 ft · 48 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
2 mi · 3 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland
1446 ft · 49 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
3 mi · 4 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward South 200th Street, Military Road
1162 ft · 36 sec
-
11
Turn left onto Military Road South
1 mi · 2 min · Military Road South
-
12
Turn right onto South 216th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South 216th Street
-
13
Continue on 7th Place South
112 m · 12 sec · 7th Place South
-
14
Turn left onto Marine View Drive South
2066 ft · 1 min · Marine View Drive South
-
15
Turn left onto South 223rd Street
21 m · 5 sec · South 223rd Street
-
16
Turn right
13 m · 3 sec
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Renton and Des Moines.
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.
I 5 South
Merge slight left
2.97 mi · 00h 04m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Renton and Mostly Sunny near Des Moines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Renton to Des Moines?
The road trip is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km) and usually takes 00h 17m 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?
SeaTac is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5 miles from Renton and 5 miles from Des Moines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:54 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.83 one way or $3.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Renton and Mostly Sunny near Des Moines.
Stop Ideas Near SeaTac
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Tukwila Community Center
Auburn Building Permits
City of Auburn
Auburn Community & Event Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to SeaTac.
Tukwila station
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Tacoma Dome Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Renton and Des Moines. Straight-line distance: 7.52 mi (12.1 km).
#1 Renton
The second most populous city in King County, Washington.
| Population | 101,494 |
| Coordinates | 47.4828800, -122.2170700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Des Moines
City in Washington
| Population | 32,389 |
| Coordinates | 47.4017700, -122.3242900 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
End: Des Moines (-122.32429, 47.40177)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $1.83 | $3.66 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $1.95 | $3.90 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $2.02 | $4.04 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $1.91 | $3.83 |
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 · May 07, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.