How far is Renton, WA from Fox Island, WA?

The driving distance from Renton, WA to Fox Island, WA is about 42.5 miles (68.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 25 miles (40.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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
42.51 mi
01h 04m
Flight
25.05 mi
40.31 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
25.05 mi
Kilometers
40.31 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
42.51 mi
Kilometers
68.42 km
Drive Time
01h 04m

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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 01h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fox Island
Tue, May 26, 8:40 AM PDT
Return by in Renton
Tue, May 26, 9:44 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Renton
2026-05-26T07:35
Arrive Fox Island
Tue, May 26, 8:40 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:20 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
Fife
WA

City in Pierce County, Washington, United States

From Renton
21.3 mi
00h 32m
To Fox Island
21.3 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Tuesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph W
Destination
62°F
Tuesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Renton and Fox Island.

  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

    99 m · 7 sec · Valley Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 405 South: Burien, Seattle, Tacoma

    2264 ft · 48 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    2 mi · 3 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland

    1446 ft · 49 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    20.3 mi · 25 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton

    3005 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on WA 16 West: Union Avenue

    2518 ft · 46 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    7.5 mi · 9 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Olympic Drive

    1782 ft · 51 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Olympic Drive

    1.2 km · 1 min · Olympic Drive

  16. 16

    Continue on 56th Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · 56th Street

  17. 17

    Continue on Fillmore Drive Northwest

    1647 ft · 40 sec · Fillmore Drive Northwest

  18. 18

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Wollochet Drive Northwest

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Wollochet Drive Northwest

  19. 19

    Continue on 40th Street Northwest

    1.2 km · 2 min · 40th Street Northwest

  20. 20

    Turn left onto 70th Avenue Northwest

    2617 ft · 1 min · 70th Avenue Northwest

  21. 21

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Warren Drive Northwest

    1 mi · 2 min · Warren Drive Northwest

  22. 22

    Continue on Fox Island Bridge

    1952 ft · 48 sec · Fox Island Bridge

  23. 23

    Continue on 3rd Avenue

    1.1 km · 2 min · 3rd Avenue

  24. 24

    Continue on Island Boulevard

    1.6 km · 2 min · Island Boulevard

  25. 25

    Turn left onto Fox Drive

    2620 ft · 1 min · Fox Drive

  26. 26

    Turn right onto 7th Lane

    2060 ft · 2 min · 7th Lane

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 7th Lane

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
27 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
63.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
21.9 mi · 51%
WA 16 West
8.59 mi · 20%
I 405 South
2.44 mi · 6%
Wollochet Drive Northwest
1.1 mi · 3%
Olympic Drive
1.08 mi · 3%
Warren Drive Northwest
1.02 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 5 South

Merge slight left

20.3 mi · 00h 25m

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
01h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.5 mi
25 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fife
00h 32m from Renton
Leave By
4:20 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Renton and Chance Light Rain near Fox Island.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Renton to Fox Island?

The road trip is about 42.5 miles (68.4 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?

Fife is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.3 miles from Renton and 21.3 miles from Fox Island.

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

The direct path is about 25 miles (40.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 4:20 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.85 one way or $15.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Fife

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 Fife and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 3.6 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
City Hall Park
Scenic stop 14.2 mi away

City Hall Park

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 4.6/5 78 reviews Tourist attraction,Playground,Park
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 7.9 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Meeting point 14.2 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

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

5 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

26 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

40 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

42 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Renton and Fox Island. Straight-line distance: 25.05 mi (40.31 km).

Renton

#1 Renton

The second most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population101,494
Coordinates47.4828800, -122.2170700
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Fox Island

#2 Fox Island

Census designated place in Washington, United States

Population3,633
Coordinates47.2514900, -122.6290200
Altitude51
CountryUnited States
Start: Renton (-122.21707, 47.48288)
End: Fox Island (-122.62902, 47.25149)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 68 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.5 gal
5.68 L · about $7.85
Round trip
$15.70
3 gal · 11.36 L
Estimated CO2
13.3 kg one way
Round trip: 26.7 kg / 59 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $7.85 $15.70
Mid-grade $5.57 $8.35 $16.70
Premium $5.77 $8.66 $17.31
Diesel $5.47 $8.20 $16.40

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 26, 2026

There is no time difference between Renton and Fox Island. The current time is 07:35:42.

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.