How far is Tacoma, WA from Edgewood, WA?

Fastest route

The distance between Tacoma, Washington, and Edgewood, Washington, is approximately 8.6 miles (13.8 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 18 minutes.

Directions

  1. πŸš— Head west on S 11th St toward Tacoma Ave S.
  2. πŸš— Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Tacoma Ave S.
  3. πŸš— Take WA-509 N to 12th St E/Ward St.
  4. πŸš— Continue straight onto WA-509 N.
  5. πŸš— Turn right onto Alexander Ave E.
  6. πŸš— Continue on 12th St E to Fife.
  7. πŸš— Turn left onto 12th St E/Ward St and continue to follow 12th St E.
  8. πŸš— Turn right onto 62nd Ave E.
  9. πŸš— Take Milton Way to Meridian Ave E in Edgewood.
  10. πŸš— Keep right to continue toward Wapato Way E.
  11. πŸš— Turn left onto Milton Way.
  12. πŸš— Turn left onto Meridian Ave E.

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸš— Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure a smooth and timely commute.
  • ⛽️ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
  • πŸ›£οΈ Stay alert and follow road signs for the correct turns.
  • 🚦 Check for real-time traffic updates to avoid delays.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Consider using a navigation app or GPS for precise directions.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction along the route.
  • πŸ•‘ Allow some extra time for unexpected delays or traffic conditions.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
8.92 mi
00h 17m
Flight
7.06 mi
11.37 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
7.06 mi
Kilometers
11.37 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
8.92 mi
Kilometers
14.36 km
Drive Time
00h 17m

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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 00h 17m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Edgewood
Tue, May 12, 4:02 PM PDT
Return by in Tacoma
Tue, May 12, 4:20 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Tacoma
2026-05-12T15:44
Arrive Edgewood
Tue, May 12, 4:02 PM PDT
Route Timing
00h 17m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:18 AM to 7:18 PM PDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:54 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Tacoma
10:00 PM PDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Fife
WA

City in Pierce County, Washington, United States

From Tacoma
4.5 mi
00h 08m
To Edgewood
4.5 mi
00h 08m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81Β°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph N
Destination
83Β°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
1 to 6 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Tacoma and Edgewood.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma and Edgewood.

  1. 1

    Start on South 11th Street

    686 ft Β· 29 sec Β· South 11th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Market Street

    759 ft Β· 31 sec Β· Market Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto South 13th Street

    920 ft Β· 36 sec Β· South 13th Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto I 705 SB Ramp

    65 m Β· 11 sec Β· I 705 SB Ramp

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight toward Port of Tacoma

    869 ft Β· 21 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight right

    1.3 km Β· 1 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on I 5 North: Seattle

    1819 ft Β· 44 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle

    1395 ft Β· 34 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    3.1 mi Β· 4 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 99 North: Fife, 54th Avenue East

    900 ft Β· 22 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on South 54th Avenue, Valley Avenue East

    743 ft Β· 18 sec

  12. 12

    Turn slight right onto 54th Avenue East

    60 m Β· 13 sec Β· 54th Avenue East

  13. 13

    Turn left onto 20th Street East

    1.4 mi Β· 3 min Β· 20th Street East

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Milton Way

    1.9 mi Β· 3 min Β· Milton Way

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on Milton Way

    133 m Β· 11 sec Β· Milton Way

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Meridian Avenue East

    17 m Β· 9 sec Β· Meridian Avenue East

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· Meridian Avenue East

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Tacoma and Edgewood.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
17 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
191 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 North
3.73 mi Β· 42%
Milton Way
1.97 mi Β· 22%
20th Street East
1.39 mi Β· 16%
Port of Tacoma
0.99 mi Β· 11%
South 13th Street
0.17 mi Β· 2%
WA 99 North
0.17 mi Β· 2%
Longest Stretch

I 5 North

Merge slight left

3.12 mi Β· 00h 04m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 17m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.8 mi
7.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fife
00h 08m from Tacoma
Leave By
7:54 PM PDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Tacoma and Mostly Sunny near Edgewood.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Tacoma to Edgewood?

The road trip is about 8.9 miles (14.4 km) and usually takes 00h 17m 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?

Fife is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.5 miles from Tacoma and 4.5 miles from Edgewood.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 7.1 miles (11.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:54 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.62 one way or $3.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tacoma and Mostly Sunny near Edgewood.

Stop Ideas Near Fife

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Fife and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 3.1 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
City Hall Park
Scenic stop 14.2 mi away

City Hall Park

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 4.6/5 78 reviews Tourist attraction,Playground,Park
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 8.4 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Meeting point 14.2 mi away

City of Normandy Park City Hall

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fife.

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

5 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

26 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

40 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

42 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Tacoma and Edgewood. Straight-line distance: 7.06 mi (11.37 km).

Tacoma

#1 Tacoma

The third most populous city in Washington.

Population219,945
Coordinates47.2528800, -122.4442900
Altitude74
CountryUnited States
Edgewood

#2 Edgewood

City in Pierce County, Washington, United States

Population13,410
Coordinates47.2501000, -122.2937300
Altitude108
CountryUnited States
Start: South 11th Street (-122.444267, 47.25278)
End: 8th Street East (-122.29373, 47.250031)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 14 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 17m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 10m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 08m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.31 gal
1.19 L Β· about $1.62
Round trip
$3.24
0.62 gal Β· 2.38 L
Estimated CO2
2.8 kg one way
Round trip: 5.5 kg / 12 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $1.62 $3.24
Mid-grade $5.57 $1.73 $3.45
Premium $5.77 $1.79 $3.58
Diesel $5.47 $1.69 $3.39

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington Β· May 12, 2026

There is no time difference between Tacoma and Edgewood. The current time is 15:44:19.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.