How far is Country Homes, WA from Tacoma, WA?
The driving distance from Country Homes, WA to Tacoma, WA is about 299.1 miles (481.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 237.7 miles (382.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 57m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Washington, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Country Homes and Tacoma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Country Homes and Tacoma.
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Start on North Andrew Street
50 m · 12 sec · North Andrew Street
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Turn left onto East Graves Road
114 m · 19 sec · East Graves Road
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Turn right onto North Newport Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · North Newport Highway
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Turn slight left onto North Division Street
5.6 mi · 14 min · North Division Street
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Continue on North Browne Street
2594 ft · 1 min · North Browne Street
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Take the ramp slight right
3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left
56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight left
195.4 mi · 3 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 18 West: Auburn
1248 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma
137 m · 13 sec
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Merge slight right onto Snoqualmie Parkway
1780 ft · 25 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway
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Continue on State Route 18
26.7 mi · 34 min · State Route 18
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma
2980 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma
3094 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Tacoma
1297 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
7.2 mi · 9 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 Country Homes and Tacoma.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Browne Street
Keep slight left
195 mi · 03h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Light Rain leaving Country Homes and Light Rain Likely near Tacoma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Country Homes to Tacoma?
The road trip is about 299.1 miles (481.4 km) and usually takes 04h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
George is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.6 miles from Country Homes and 149.5 miles from Tacoma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 237.7 miles (382.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $55.21 one way or $110.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain around Country Homes and Light Rain Likely near Tacoma.
Stop Ideas Near George
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 George.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Country Homes and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 237.69 mi (382.52 km).
#1 Country Homes
Census designated place
| Population | 5,841 |
| Coordinates | 47.7485000, -117.4043900 |
| Altitude | 595 |
| 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: 481 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 43m |
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 | $5.23 | $55.21 | $110.42 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $58.73 | $117.46 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $60.88 | $121.77 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $57.68 | $115.35 |
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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