What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Seattle and Renton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2nd Ave & Marion St and arriving at SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SW. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Seattle and Renton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King Street Station station and arriving at Tukwila Sounder Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to Renton?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and Renton is 11 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Seattle to Renton without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton?

The train from King Street Station to Tukwila Sounder Station takes 13 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Downtown Seattle to Renton bus from?

Downtown Seattle to Renton bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from 2nd Ave & Marion St station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Seattle to Renton train from?

Downtown Seattle to Renton train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from King Street Station.

Train or bus from Downtown Seattle to Renton?

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus, which costs $3 and takes 27 min.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Renton bus arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Renton bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SW station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Renton train arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Renton train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Tukwila Sounder Station.

Can I drive from Downtown Seattle to Renton?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Seattle to Renton is 12 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Downtown Seattle to Renton.

How do I get a train ticket from Downtown Seattle to Renton?

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Where can I stay near Renton?

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Downtown Seattle to Renton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Seattle to Renton by train (Amtrak), bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from King Street Station to Tukwila Sounder Stationtrain S Line
13 min
$3–8
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SWbus 101 / ...
27 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Seattle to Rentontaxi 12 mi
16 min
$40–50
Drive 12 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Seattle to Rentoncar 12 mi
16 min
$3–4

Downtown Seattle to Renton by train

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Distance: 10.8 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Downtown Seattle, WA, USA and Renton, WA, USA?

Sound Transit operates a train from King Street Station to Tukwila Sounder Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 13 min. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SW every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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