How far is Renton, WA from Enumclaw, WA?

The driving distance from Renton, WA to Enumclaw, WA is about 29.3 miles (47.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
29.24 mi
00h 47m
Flight
21.96 mi
35.34 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

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

Driving Distance

Road route
29.24 mi
Kilometers
47.06 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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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 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Enumclaw
Sun, Apr 19, 5:12 AM PDT
Return by in Renton
Sun, Apr 19, 5:59 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Renton
2026-04-19T04:25
Arrive Enumclaw
Sun, Apr 19, 5:12 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Renton
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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 Renton
14.6 mi
00h 23m
To Enumclaw
14.7 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 mph N
Destination
65°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

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

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    19 m · 5 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    22 m · 8 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left

    30 m · 13 sec

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Rainier Avenue South

    1.5 km · 2 min · Rainier Avenue South

  5. 5

    Continue on Valley Freeway

    12.2 mi · 15 min · Valley Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation

    2142 ft · 52 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on WA 18 East

    1261 ft · 31 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto State Route 18

    1.5 km · 1 min · State Route 18

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 164 East: Auburn Way, Enumclaw

    918 ft · 23 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on WA 164 East: Enumclaw Muckleshoot Reservation

    49 m · 13 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Auburn Way South

    2.4 mi · 5 min · Auburn Way South

  12. 12

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Auburn Way South

    29 m · 2 sec · Auburn Way South

  13. 13

    Exit the roundabout onto Auburn Way South

    1.4 km · 2 min · Auburn Way South

  14. 14

    Continue on Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

    1 km · 1 min · Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

  15. 15

    Continue on Auburn Way South

    2.7 mi · 5 min · Auburn Way South

  16. 16

    Continue on Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast

  17. 17

    Continue on Southeast 436th Street

    2.6 mi · 4 min · Southeast 436th Street

  18. 18

    Continue on Southeast 436th Way

    3222 ft · 1 min · Southeast 436th Way

  19. 19

    Continue on Griffin Avenue

    1.1 mi · 3 min · Griffin Avenue

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Wells Street

    40 m · 7 sec · Wells Street

  21. 21

    Turn right

    39 m · 11 sec

  22. 22

    Turn right

    52 m · 13 sec

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
23 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
78.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Valley Freeway
12.2 mi · 42%
Auburn Way South
6.01 mi · 21%
Auburn Enumclaw Road Southeast
3.87 mi · 13%
Southeast 436th Street
2.63 mi · 9%
Griffin Avenue
1.09 mi · 4%
State Route 18
0.96 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Valley Freeway

Continue on Valley Freeway

12.2 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.4 mi
21.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Auburn
00h 23m from Renton
Leave By
4:56 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 29.3 miles (47.1 km) and usually takes 00h 47m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Auburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.6 miles from Renton and 14.7 miles from Enumclaw.

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 7.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

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 10.4 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 13.2 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 11.2 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 14.3 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 Renton and Enumclaw. Straight-line distance: 21.96 mi (35.34 km).

Renton

#1 Renton

The second most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population101,494
Coordinates47.4828800, -122.2170700
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Enumclaw

#2 Enumclaw

City in Washington state, USA

Population12,548
Coordinates47.2042700, -121.9915000
Altitude232
CountryUnited States
Start: Renton (-122.21707, 47.48288)
End: Enumclaw (-121.9915, 47.20427)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 47 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 35m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 25m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.03 gal
3.91 L · about $5.39
Round trip
$10.78
2.06 gal · 7.82 L
Estimated CO2
9.2 kg one way
Round trip: 18.3 kg / 40 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $5.39 $10.78
Mid-grade $5.57 $5.73 $11.47
Premium $5.77 $5.94 $11.89
Diesel $5.47 $5.63 $11.26

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 Renton and Enumclaw. The current time is 04:25:33.

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.