How far is Granite Falls, WA from Tacoma, WA?
The driving distance from Granite Falls, WA to Tacoma, WA is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.5 miles (99 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 01h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain
Mostly Cloudy then Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Granite Falls and Tacoma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granite Falls and Tacoma.
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Start on the route
45 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto North Granite Avenue
32 m · 4 sec · North Granite Avenue
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Turn right onto West Stanley Street
1.6 km · 3 min · West Stanley Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 92
41 m · 6 sec · State Route 92
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 92
5.8 mi · 8 min · State Route 92
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Route 92
25 m · 5 sec · State Route 92
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 92
1.4 km · 2 min · State Route 92
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 92
30 m · 2 sec · State Route 92
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 92
2963 ft · 1 min · State Route 92
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Continue on State Route 9
1.6 mi · 2 min · State Route 9
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 9
38 m · 2 sec · State Route 9
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 9
559 ft · 12 sec · State Route 9
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Route 204
11 m · 1 sec · State Route 204
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 204
2.2 mi · 3 min · State Route 204
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 2 West: Everett
1652 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Seattle, Everett, Hewitt Avenue
717 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Seattle
2143 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
59.4 mi · 1 hr 14 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 Granite Falls 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 South
Merge slight left
59.4 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Light Rain leaving Granite Falls and Mostly Cloudy then Light Rain near Tacoma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Granite Falls to Tacoma?
The road trip is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Hunts Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.2 miles from Granite Falls and 38.4 miles from Tacoma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.5 miles (99 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 PST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:28 PM PST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.84 one way or $27.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Granite Falls and Mostly Cloudy then Light Rain near Tacoma.
Stop Ideas Near Hunts Point
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Tukwila Community Center
Burien City Hall
Shoreline City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hunts Point.
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Tukwila station
Edmonds station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Granite Falls and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 61.54 mi (99.04 km).
#1 Granite Falls
City in Snohomish County, Washington, United States
| Population | 3,493 |
| Coordinates | 48.0839900, -121.9687400 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| 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: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $5.13 | $13.84 | $27.68 |
| Mid-grade | $5.42 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| Premium | $5.67 | $15.32 | $30.64 |
| Diesel | $7.24 | $19.56 | $39.12 |
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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