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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Renton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Renton

With a population of 90,927, Renton is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Renton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Renton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Melrose Grill (819 Houser Way South) and Red House (410 Burnett Ave. S) are great picks.

When to visit Renton

Renton in October
Estimated package price
$272
2 travelers
Flight to Renton
3 nights at hotel
Renton in October
Estimated package price
$272
2 travelers
Flight to Renton
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Renton

Plane

When flying to Renton, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Renton include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Renton departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Renton. The train journey from Renton to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Renton is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 11 miles from Renton. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Renton, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Everett, the bus ride to Renton takes 60 miles and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 135 miles.

Plane

When flying to Renton, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Renton include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Renton departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Renton. The train journey from Renton to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Renton is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 11 miles from Renton. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Renton, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Everett, the bus ride to Renton takes 60 miles and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Renton

BFISeattle King County/Boeing
PAEEverett Paine Field
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Renton

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
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Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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ITA Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Renton

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Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 612 reviews)
$261+
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Country Inn & Suites Seattle-Tacoma Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2667 reviews)
$115+
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Sonesta Select Seattle Renton Suites
3 stars
Good (7.9, 453 reviews)
$119+
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Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Renton
3 stars
Good (7.6, 852 reviews)
$110+
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Hilton Garden Inn Seattle/Renton
3 stars
Good (7.5, 645 reviews)
$117+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle-Airport
4 stars
Good (7.2, 2839 reviews)
$154+
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Renting a car in Renton

Renting a car in Renton costs $45 per day, on average, or $135 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Renton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Renton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Renton costs $45 per day, on average, or $135 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Renton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Renton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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