How far is Allyn, WA from Tacoma, WA?

The driving distance from Allyn, WA to Tacoma, WA is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 20.1 miles (32.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
34.26 mi
00h 45m
Flight
20.16 mi
32.45 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
20.16 mi
Kilometers
32.45 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.26 mi
Kilometers
55.14 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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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 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tacoma
Wed, Apr 15, 3:34 AM PDT
Return by in Allyn
Wed, Apr 15, 4:20 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Allyn
2026-04-15T02:48
Arrive Tacoma
Wed, Apr 15, 3:34 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:58 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Allyn
9:30 PM PDT
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
Gig Harbor
WA

City in Pierce County, Washington, United States

From Allyn
16.2 mi
00h 22m
To Tacoma
18.1 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 10 mph WSW
Destination
49°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Allyn and Tacoma.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Allyn and Tacoma.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    22 m · 7 sec

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East North Bay Road

    2 mi · 4 min · East North Bay Road

  3. 3

    Continue on East State Highway 302

    3.7 mi · 7 min · East State Highway 302

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North

    2.7 mi · 5 min · Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North

  5. 5

    Continue on Elgin Clifton Road

    2.9 mi · 5 min · Elgin Clifton Road

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left

    3.3 mi · 6 min

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Goldman Drive Northwest

    1.1 km · 2 min · Goldman Drive Northwest

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn left

    1.4 km · 2 min

  9. 9

    Turn straight

    145 m · 10 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Purdy Drive Northwest

    1.3 km · 1 min · Purdy Drive Northwest

  11. 11

    Take the ramp straight toward WA 16 East

    1834 ft · 47 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight right

    12.7 mi · 16 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Sprague Avenue

    1173 ft · 36 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left

    1982 ft · 54 sec

  15. 15

    Continue on Sprague Ramp

    1467 ft · 44 sec · Sprague Ramp

  16. 16

    Continue on South Sprague Avenue

    2964 ft · 2 min · South Sprague Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn right onto South 11th Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · South 11th Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South 11th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Allyn and Tacoma.

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
18 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
52.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
WA 16 East
13.1 mi · 38%
East State Highway 302
3.73 mi · 11%
Elgin Clifton Road
2.88 mi · 8%
Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North
2.7 mi · 8%
East North Bay Road
1.97 mi · 6%
South 11th Street
0.89 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

WA 16 East

Merge slight right

12.7 mi · 00h 16m

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
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.1 mi
20.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gig Harbor
00h 22m from Allyn
Leave By
4:58 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Allyn and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tacoma.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Allyn to Tacoma?

The road trip is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?

Gig Harbor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.2 miles from Allyn and 18.1 miles from Tacoma.

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

The direct path is about 20.1 miles (32.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.33 one way or $12.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Allyn and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tacoma.

Stop Ideas Near Gig Harbor

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 Gig Harbor and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 12.4 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
City Hall Park
Scenic stop 13.8 mi away

City Hall Park

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 4.6/5 78 reviews Tourist attraction,Playground,Park
Burien City Hall
Meeting point 14.6 mi away

Burien City Hall

Burien , WA
400 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA 98166
Rating 3.3/5 7 reviews City Hall,City government office
Tacoma Municipal Court
Nearby stop 12.4 mi away

Tacoma Municipal Court

Tacoma , WA
930 Tacoma Ave S #841, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 2.1/5 48 reviews City courthouse

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gig Harbor.

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

16 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

29 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

35 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

36 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Allyn and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 20.16 mi (32.45 km).

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#1 Allyn

Allyn is a place in Washington, United States.

Population0
Coordinates47.3856500, -122.8276400
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Tacoma

#2 Tacoma

The third most populous city in Washington.

Population219,945
Coordinates47.2528800, -122.4442900
Altitude74
CountryUnited States
Start: (-122.827571, 47.385839)
End: South 11th Street (-122.444267, 47.25278)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 55 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 08m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.21 gal
4.58 L · about $6.33
Round trip
$12.66
2.42 gal · 9.16 L
Estimated CO2
10.8 kg one way
Round trip: 21.5 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $6.33 $12.66
Mid-grade $5.57 $6.74 $13.47
Premium $5.77 $6.98 $13.97
Diesel $5.47 $6.62 $13.23

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 · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Allyn and Tacoma. The current time is 02:48:51.

Distance to Other Cities

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