How far is Elk Plain, WA from Tacoma, WA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elk Plain and Tacoma is 13.97 miles (22.49 km).
Flight distance from Elk Plain, WA to Tacoma, WA is 13.97 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elk Plain, Washington to Tacoma, Washington is: 17.86 miles (28.74 km) by car.
Driving from Elk Plain to Tacoma will take approximately 00 hours 29 minutes.
#1 Elk Plain
Census designated place
| Population | 14205 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 47°3'11"N 122°23'51"W |
| Latitude | 47.0531600 |
| Longitude | -122.3976200 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington. It is located on Puget Sound in the western part of the state. Tacoma is known for its maritime history, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Museum of Glass and the Tacoma Art Museum.
| Population | 219945 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 47°15'10"N 122°26'39"W |
| Latitude | 47.2528800 |
| Longitude | -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Tacoma: South 11th Street (-122.444267,47.25278)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elk Plain and Tacoma
The distance between Elk Plain and Tacoma is 29 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 19 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Elk Plain and Tacoma. The current time is 03:04:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.39 liters (0.63 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elk Plain and Tacoma.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elk Plain to Tacoma is $2.99 (diesel $3.44).
Washington gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.74 | $5.02 | $5.21 | $5.47 |
| Total | $2.99 | $3.16 | $3.28 | $3.44 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Washington ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.740 (Diesel $5.467) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elk Plain and Tacoma (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
