How far is Big Lake, WA from Tacoma, WA?
The driving distance from Big Lake, WA to Tacoma, WA is about 99 miles (159.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80 miles (128.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Big Lake and Tacoma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Lake and Tacoma.
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Start on State Route 9
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Route 9
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Turn left onto Mount Vernon Big Lake Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Mount Vernon Big Lake Road
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Continue on East Division Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Division Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Division Street
23 m · 2 sec · East Division Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Division Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Division Street
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Turn left onto South 15th Street
1968 ft · 58 sec · South 15th Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
2500 ft · 1 min · Broad Street
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Turn slight left onto East Kincaid Street
112 m · 15 sec · East Kincaid Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
1869 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
91.9 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 7 South, I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome
785 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome Station
102 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 705 North: City Center
2087 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight right
1554 ft · 22 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward A Street, City Center
1550 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on South 15 Street, Pacific Avenue
1048 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on South 15th Street
1462 ft · 60 sec · South 15th Street
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Turn right onto Tacoma Avenue South
1516 ft · 49 sec · Tacoma Avenue South
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Turn right onto South 11th Street
13 m · 2 sec · South 11th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 11th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Big Lake and Tacoma.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 5 North
Merge slight left
91.9 mi · 01h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Big Lake and Mostly Sunny near Tacoma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Big Lake to Tacoma?
The road trip is about 99 miles (159.4 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Alderwood Manor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.8 miles from Big Lake and 49.2 miles from Tacoma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80 miles (128.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 2:56 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.97 one way or $37.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Big Lake and Mostly Sunny near Tacoma.
Stop Ideas Near Alderwood Manor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Alderwood Manor.
Edmonds station
Everett Station
Monroe, Washington
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Big Lake and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 80.01 mi (128.77 km).
#1 Big Lake
Located east of Mount Vernon in Skagit County, this residential community surrounds its namesake body of water in the low-lying foothills of the Cascade Range.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 48.4028800, -122.2412700 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 11th Street (-122.444267, 47.25278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.44 | $18.97 | $37.94 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $19.96 | $39.92 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $20.86 | $41.72 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $25.45 | $50.90 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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