How far is Southworth, WA from Tacoma, WA?
The driving distance from Southworth, WA to Tacoma, WA is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 40m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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 Pierce County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain
Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Southworth and Tacoma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southworth and Tacoma.
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Start on the route
11 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Southeast Southworth Drive
52 m · 8 sec · Southeast Southworth Drive
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Turn right onto Southeast Sedgwick Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Southeast Sedgwick Road
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Turn left onto Banner Road Southeast
1.9 mi · 3 min · Banner Road Southeast
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Turn right onto Southeast Olalla Valley Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Southeast Olalla Valley Road
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Continue on Olalla Valley Road Southeast
1629 ft · 35 sec · Olalla Valley Road Southeast
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Turn right onto Southeast Mullenix Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Southeast Mullenix Road
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Take the ramp left toward WA 16 East: Tacoma
2084 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Sprague Avenue
1173 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left
1982 ft · 54 sec
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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 Southworth and Tacoma.
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.
WA 16 East
Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Light Rain leaving Southworth and Light Rain near Tacoma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Southworth to Tacoma?
The road trip is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Gig Harbor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Southworth and 16.8 miles from Tacoma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 PST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM PST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.69 one way or $11.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Southworth and Light Rain near Tacoma.
Stop Ideas Near Gig Harbor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Tacoma
City Hall Park
Federal Way City Hall
Tacoma Municipal Court
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gig Harbor.
Tacoma Dome Station
Tukwila station
King Street Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Southworth and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 18.11 mi (29.14 km).
#1 Southworth
Situated on the eastern edge of the Kitsap Peninsula overlooking Puget Sound, this unincorporated community lies at an approximate elevation of 75 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.5120400, -122.5018000 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| 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: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $5.03 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.98 | $11.95 |
| Premium | $5.55 | $6.28 | $12.55 |
| Diesel | $7.16 | $8.09 | $16.19 |
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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