How far is Eastgate, WA from Tacoma, WA?

The driving distance from Eastgate, WA to Tacoma, WA is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.92 mi
00h 49m
Flight
26.13 mi
42.06 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.13 mi
Kilometers
42.06 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.92 mi
Kilometers
56.2 km
Drive Time
00h 49m

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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 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tacoma
Sun, Apr 19, 2:41 AM PDT
Return by in Eastgate
Sun, Apr 19, 3:31 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Eastgate
2026-04-19T01:51
Arrive Tacoma
Sun, Apr 19, 2:41 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:50 AM to 10:50 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:50 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Eastgate
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
Des Moines
WA

City in Washington

From Eastgate
17.4 mi
00h 24m
To Tacoma
17.5 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Sunday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph SSW
Destination
60°F
Sunday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Southeast Allen Road

    1.1 km · 2 min · Southeast Allen Road

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Southeast Newport Way

    1.1 km · 2 min · Southeast Newport Way

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Factoria Boulevard Southeast

    1372 ft · 38 sec · Factoria Boulevard Southeast

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Coal Creek Parkway Southeast

    2727 ft · 1 min · Coal Creek Parkway Southeast

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left toward I 405 South: Renton

    1275 ft · 33 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    10 mi · 12 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland

    1446 ft · 49 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    20.3 mi · 25 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 7 South, I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome

    785 ft · 19 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome Station

    102 m · 8 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 705 North: City Center

    2087 ft · 51 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight right

    1554 ft · 22 sec

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight left toward A Street, City Center

    1550 ft · 38 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on South 15 Street, Pacific Avenue

    1048 ft · 31 sec

  15. 15

    Continue on South 15th Street

    1462 ft · 60 sec · South 15th Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Tacoma Avenue South

    1516 ft · 49 sec · Tacoma Avenue South

  17. 17

    Turn right onto South 11th Street

    13 m · 2 sec · 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 Eastgate 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
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
51.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
20.6 mi · 59%
I 405 South
10.3 mi · 29%
I 705 North
0.75 mi · 2%
Southeast Allen Road
0.67 mi · 2%
Southeast Newport Way
0.65 mi · 2%
Coal Creek Parkway Southeast
0.52 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 5 South

Merge slight left

20.3 mi · 00h 25m

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 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.7 mi
26.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Des Moines
00h 24m from Eastgate
Leave By
4:50 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Eastgate 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 Eastgate to Tacoma?

The road trip is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?

Des Moines is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Eastgate and 17.5 miles from Tacoma.

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

The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 4:50 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.44 one way or $12.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Eastgate and Light Rain Likely near Tacoma.

Stop Ideas Near Des Moines

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 Des Moines and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 12 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
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 6.4 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 6.9 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Covington
Meeting point 8.6 mi away

City of Covington

Covington , WA
16720 SE 271st St, Covington, WA 98042
Rating 4.2/5 5 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Des Moines.

RAIL

Tukwila station

9 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

19 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

King Street Station

22 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

24 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Eastgate and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 26.13 mi (42.06 km).

Eastgate

#1 Eastgate

Census designated place and neighborhood of Bellevue, Washington

Population4,958
Coordinates47.5726600, -122.1457800
Altitude110
CountryUnited States
Tacoma

#2 Tacoma

The third most populous city in Washington.

Population219,945
Coordinates47.2528800, -122.4442900
Altitude74
CountryUnited States
Start: Southeast Allen Road (-122.145787, 47.572688)
End: South 11th Street (-122.444267, 47.25278)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
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 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.23 gal
4.66 L · about $6.44
Round trip
$12.87
2.46 gal · 9.32 L
Estimated CO2
10.9 kg one way
Round trip: 21.9 kg / 48 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $6.44 $12.87
Mid-grade $5.57 $6.85 $13.69
Premium $5.77 $7.10 $14.20
Diesel $5.47 $6.72 $13.45

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Eastgate and Tacoma. The current time is 01:51:41.

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.