How far is Edgewood, WA from University Place, WA?
The driving distance from Edgewood, WA to University Place, WA is about 14.5 miles (23.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.1 miles (19.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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The third most populous city in Washington.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Edgewood and University Place.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgewood and University Place.
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Start on Meridian Avenue East
33 m · 4 sec · Meridian Avenue East
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Turn right
47 m · 13 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
40 m · 12 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 8th Street East
48 m · 6 sec · 8th Street East
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Continue on Milton Way
2 mi · 4 min · Milton Way
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Turn right onto 20th Street East
1.4 mi · 3 min · 20th Street East
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Turn right onto 54th Avenue East
886 ft · 25 sec · 54th Avenue East
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 5 South: Tacoma
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
3005 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on WA 16 West: Union Avenue
2518 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Fircrest, Center Street
1958 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left
156 m · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Center Street
897 ft · 24 sec · Center Street
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Continue on Regents Boulevard
1.3 mi · 4 min · Regents Boulevard
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Continue on 27th Street West
1 mi · 2 min · 27th Street West
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Turn right onto Grandview Drive West
44 m · 5 sec · Grandview Drive West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grandview Drive West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Edgewood and University Place.
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.
I 5 South
Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Edgewood and Mostly Sunny near University Place.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Edgewood to University Place?
The road trip is about 14.5 miles (23.3 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tacoma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.8 miles from Edgewood and 7.7 miles from University Place.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.1 miles (19.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.67 one way or $5.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Edgewood and Mostly Sunny near University Place.
Stop Ideas Near Tacoma
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Tacoma
City Hall Park
Auburn Building Permits
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tacoma.
Tacoma Dome Station
Tukwila station
Centennial Station
King Street Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edgewood and University Place. Straight-line distance: 12.08 mi (19.44 km).
#1 Edgewood
City in Pierce County, Washington, United States
| Population | 13,410 |
| Coordinates | 47.2501000, -122.2937300 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
#2 University Place
City in Pierce County, Washington, United States
| Population | 34,090 |
| Coordinates | 47.2356500, -122.5504000 |
| Altitude | 63 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grandview Drive West (-122.550378, 47.23565)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $2.94 | $5.89 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $2.79 | $5.58 |
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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