How far is Southworth, WA from Renton, WA?

The driving distance from Southworth, WA to Renton, WA is about 54.5 miles (87.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
54.48 mi
01h 05m
Flight
13.44 mi
21.63 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
13.44 mi
Kilometers
21.63 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
54.48 mi
Kilometers
87.68 km
Drive Time
01h 05m

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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 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Renton
Tue, Nov 10, 7:58 AM PST
Return by in Southworth
Tue, Nov 10, 9:03 AM PST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Southworth
2026-11-10T06:52
Arrive Renton
Tue, Nov 10, 7:58 AM PST
Route Timing
01h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM PST

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

Leave by
4:18 PM PST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Southworth
9:30 PM PST
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
Burien
WA

Town in Washington, United States

From Southworth
9.2 mi
00h 32m
To Renton
45.3 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Tuesday

Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 6:00 AM PST
Wind
6 to 9 mph S
Destination
57°F
Tuesday

Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 6:00 AM PST
Wind
5 to 8 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    11 m · 5 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Southeast Southworth Drive

    105 m · 10 sec · Southeast Southworth Drive

  3. 3

    Continue on Southworth Ferry

    1310 ft · 2 min · Southworth Ferry

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry

    4.8 mi · 30 min · Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry

  5. 5

    Continue on Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal

    861 ft · 16 sec · Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Fauntleroy Way Southwest

    140 m · 16 sec · Fauntleroy Way Southwest

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Southwest Wildwood Place

    791 ft · 30 sec · Southwest Wildwood Place

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 45th Avenue Southwest

    1232 ft · 42 sec · 45th Avenue Southwest

  9. 9

    Continue on Marine View Drive Southwest

    1.1 km · 2 min · Marine View Drive Southwest

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Southwest 106th Street

    1 mi · 3 min · Southwest 106th Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Southwest 107th Way

    1233 ft · 34 sec · Southwest 107th Way

  12. 12

    Continue on Southwest 107th Street

    1581 ft · 48 sec · Southwest 107th Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto 16th Avenue Southwest

    2908 ft · 1 min · 16th Avenue Southwest

  14. 14

    Continue on Ambaum Boulevard Southwest

    2.1 mi · 5 min · Ambaum Boulevard Southwest

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Southwest 148th Street

    3214 ft · 1 min · Southwest 148th Street

  16. 16

    Continue on State Route 518

    3.4 mi · 4 min · State Route 518

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on I 405 North: Renton

    1576 ft · 22 sec

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 167 South: Renton, Auburn

    2161 ft · 31 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on Renton, Rainier Avenue South

    1520 ft · 27 sec

  21. 21

    Keep slight right to continue on WA 167 North: Renton, Rainier Avenue South

    1005 ft · 43 sec

  22. 22

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    1102 ft · 23 sec · Valley Freeway

  23. 23

    Continue on Rainier Avenue South

    1.5 km · 2 min · Rainier Avenue South

  24. 24

    Turn right

    12 m · 3 sec

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Southworth 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
25 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
45.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
4.78 mi · 9%
State Route 518
3.38 mi · 6%
Ambaum Boulevard Southwest
2.09 mi · 4%
I 405 North
1.76 mi · 3%
Southwest 106th Street
1.03 mi · 2%
Rainier Avenue South
0.91 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry

Turn straight onto Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry

4.78 mi · 00h 30m

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 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+41.1 mi
13.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Burien
00h 32m from Southworth
Leave By
4:18 PM PST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain leaving Southworth and Light Rain near Renton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 54.5 miles (87.7 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?

Burien is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Southworth and 45.3 miles from Renton.

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

The direct path is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.1 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 PST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:18 PM PST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.66 one way or $19.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Burien

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 Burien and the surrounding midpoint area.
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 3.3 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 13.8 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 Auburn
Meeting point 13.8 mi away

City of Auburn

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 3.9/5 15 reviews City Hall,City government office
Auburn Community & Event Center
Nearby stop 14.6 mi away

Auburn Community & Event Center

Auburn , WA
Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration Building, 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002
Rating 4.5/5 84 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Tukwila station

8 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

14 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

16 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

26 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Southworth and Renton. Straight-line distance: 13.44 mi (21.63 km).

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#1 Southworth

Situated on the eastern edge of the Kitsap Peninsula overlooking Puget Sound, this unincorporated community lies at an approximate elevation of 75 feet.

Population0
Coordinates47.5120400, -122.5018000
Altitude23
CountryUnited States
Renton

#2 Renton

The second most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population101,494
Coordinates47.4828800, -122.2170700
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: (-122.501742, 47.512042)
End: (-122.217044, 47.482897)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 88 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 21m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 05m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 54m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.92 gal
7.28 L · about $9.66
Round trip
$19.32
3.84 gal · 14.56 L
Estimated CO2
17.1 kg one way
Round trip: 34.1 kg / 75 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.03 $9.66 $19.32
Mid-grade $5.29 $10.15 $20.31
Premium $5.55 $10.66 $21.33
Diesel $7.16 $13.75 $27.50

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 · Nov 09, 2026

There is no time difference between Southworth and Renton. The current time is 06:52:38.

Distance to Other Cities

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