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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Renton to Lake Union is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Renton and Lake Union?

No, there is no direct bus from Renton to Lake Union. However, there are services departing from SW Sunset Blvd & Rainier Ave S and arriving at 7th Ave N & Denny Way via Prefontaine Pl S & Yesler Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Renton to Lake Union?

The distance between Renton and Lake Union is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Renton to Lake Union without a car is to train and bus which takes 39 min and costs $5 - $9.

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

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Renton to Lake Union, including transfers.

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

Renton to Lake Union bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from SW Sunset Blvd & Rainier Ave S station.

Where does the Renton to Lake Union bus arrive?

Renton to Lake Union bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 4th Ave & James St station.

Can I drive from Renton to Lake Union?

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

Where can I stay near Lake Union?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Lake Union.

Renton to Lake Union - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 101 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Renton to Lake Union by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tukwila Station to King Street Stationtrain S Line
2. Take the bus from Prefontaine Pl S & Yesler Way to 7th Ave N & Denny Waybus E Line
39 min
$5–9
Drive 13.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Renton to South Lake Unioncar 13.2 mi
17 min
$3–4
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from SW Sunset Blvd & Rainier Ave S to 4th Ave & James Stbus 101 / ...
41 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Renton to South Lake Uniontaxi 13.2 mi
17 min
$40–50
Line 106 bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Rainier Ave S & SW Victoria St to Rainier Ave S & Mount Baker Transit Center - Bay 1bus 106
2. Take the bus from Mount Baker Transit Center - Bay 2 to Denny Way & 7th Ave Nbus 8
1h 20m
$6

Renton to Lake Union by train, foot, and bus

99Weekly Services

39 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 12.7 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

King County Metro operates a bus from SW Sunset Blvd & Rainier Ave S to 4th Ave & James St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 29 min.

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