What is the cheapest way to get from South Lake Union to Renton?

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Union to Renton is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Lake Union to Renton?

The fastest way to get from South Lake Union to Renton is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between South Lake Union and Renton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stewart St & Yale Ave N and arriving at SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SW. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between South Lake Union and Renton?

No, there is no direct train from South Lake Union to Renton station. However, there are services departing from Capitol Hill and arriving at Tukwila Sounder Station via King Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from South Lake Union to Renton?

The distance between South Lake Union and Renton is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

How do I travel from South Lake Union to Renton without a car?

The best way to get from South Lake Union to Renton without a car is to line 101 bus which takes 36 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from South Lake Union to Renton?

The line 101 bus from Stewart St & Yale Ave N to SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SW takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Lake Union to Renton bus from?

South Lake Union to Renton bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Stewart St & Yale Ave N station.

Where do I catch the South Lake Union to Renton train from?

South Lake Union to Renton train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Capitol Hill station.

Where does the South Lake Union to Renton bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Lake Union to Renton train arrive?

South Lake Union to Renton train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Int'l Dist/Chinatown station.

Can I drive from South Lake Union to Renton?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Union to Renton is 13 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from South Lake Union to Renton.

Where can I stay near Renton?

There are 1349+ hotels available in Renton.

South Lake Union to Renton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from South Lake Union to Renton by bus, tram, train, taxi, or car

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Line 101 bus
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1. Take the bus from Stewart St & Yale Ave N to SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SWbus 101 / ...
36 min
$3
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Capitol Hill to Int'l Dist/Chinatowntram 1 Line / ...
2. Take the train from King Street Station to Tukwila Sounder Stationtrain S Line
1h 8m
$6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Lake Union to Rentontaxi 13.4 mi
17 min
$45–60
Drive 13.4 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Union to Rentoncar 13.4 mi
17 min
$3–4

South Lake Union to Renton by tram and train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between South Lake Union, WA, USA and Renton, WA, USA?

King County Metro operates a bus from Stewart St & Yale Ave N to SW Sunset Blvd & Hardie Ave SW every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 36 min.

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