How far is Ocean Park, WA from Tacoma, WA?
Fastest route
The distance between Ocean Park, Washington, and Tacoma, Washington is approximately 151 miles (243 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 50 minutes. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
- Start by heading east on 261st Pl/Bay Ave toward Pacific Way/Vernon Ave.
- Turn right onto Sandridge Rd.
- Follow Sandridge Rd to US-101 N in Seaview.
- Turn left to stay on US-101 N.
- At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on US-101 N.
- Get on US-12 E in Montesano by turning right to merge onto US-12 E toward Elma/Olympia.
- Continue on US-12 E. Take WA-8 E and I-5 N to A St in Tacoma.
- Take the exit toward City Ctr from I-705 N.
- Continue straight to stay on WA-8 E.
- Take the exit on the left onto I-5 N toward Olympia/Seattle.
- Take exit 133 toward City Ctr.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take the exit toward City Ctr.
- Drive to S 11th St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip according to the estimated travel time of 2 hours and 50 minutes.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS or navigation app for real-time traffic updates and the fastest route.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations along the way.
- 🍽️ Consider packing snacks or stopping at rest areas for food and refreshments.
- 🚻 Take breaks during the journey to stretch and use restroom facilities.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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 03h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Grays Harbor County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ocean Park and Tacoma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Park and Tacoma.
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Start on Bay Avenue
159 m · 18 sec · Bay Avenue
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2
Turn right onto Vernon Avenue
3098 ft · 1 min · Vernon Avenue
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3
Continue on Pacific Way
7.7 mi · 13 min · Pacific Way
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4
Continue on Pacific Avenue North
2.8 mi · 6 min · Pacific Avenue North
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5
Turn left
15.5 mi · 23 min
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6
Turn left
29.6 mi · 43 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
32 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.2 mi · 26 min
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9
Turn right onto State Route 107
7.1 mi · 12 min · State Route 107
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10
Continue on South Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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11
Take the ramp right
1923 ft · 53 sec
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12
Merge slight left onto Olympic Highway
10.1 mi · 13 min · Olympic Highway
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13
Continue straight
21.1 mi · 26 min
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14
Merge slight left
5.4 mi · 7 min
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15
Keep slight left
2818 ft · 53 sec
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16
Merge slight left
26.7 mi · 33 min
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17
Take the exit slight right toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton, South 38th Street
1248 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton, South 38th Street West, Tacoma Mall
1086 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
1655 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
2562 ft · 44 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Sprague Avenue
2552 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Sprague Ramp
1467 ft · 44 sec · Sprague Ramp
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Continue on South Sprague Avenue
2964 ft · 2 min · South Sprague Avenue
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Turn right onto South 11th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · 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 Ocean Park and Tacoma.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn left
29.6 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Light Rain leaving Ocean Park 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 Ocean Park to Tacoma?
The road trip is about 160.4 miles (258.1 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?
Cosmopolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.9 miles from Ocean Park and 85.6 miles from Tacoma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.4 miles (148.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 68 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 10:36 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.62 one way or $59.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Ocean Park and Light Rain Likely near Tacoma.
Stop Ideas Near Cosmopolis
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 Cosmopolis.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ocean Park and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 92.37 mi (148.65 km).
#1 Ocean Park
Census designated place
| Population | 1,573 |
| Coordinates | 46.4917700, -124.0520800 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| 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: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $29.62 | $59.24 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $31.51 | $63.02 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $32.66 | $65.33 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $30.94 | $61.89 |
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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