How far is Tacoma, WA from Fobes Hill, WA?
The driving distance from Tacoma, WA to Fobes Hill, WA is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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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 24m.
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.
City in King County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tacoma and Fobes Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma and Fobes Hill.
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Start on South 11th Street
686 ft · 29 sec · South 11th Street
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Turn right onto Market Street
759 ft · 31 sec · Market Street
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Turn left onto South 13th Street
920 ft · 36 sec · South 13th Street
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Turn right onto I 705 SB Ramp
65 m · 11 sec · I 705 SB Ramp
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Take the ramp straight toward Port of Tacoma
869 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 5 North: Seattle
1819 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle
1395 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
136 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
2062 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
19.2 mi · 24 min
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Keep slight right
3 mi · 4 min
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14
Take the exit slight right toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
1 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WA 522 East: Woodinville
1440 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 9 North: Snohomish, Arlington
1428 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto State Route 9
5.7 mi · 10 min · State Route 9
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Continue on State Route 9
5.3 mi · 8 min · State Route 9
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Old Highway 2
55 m · 3 sec · Old Highway 2
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Exit the roundabout onto Old Highway 2
895 ft · 26 sec · Old Highway 2
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Turn right onto Bickford Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Bickford Avenue
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Turn left onto Fobes Avenue
1270 ft · 35 sec · Fobes Avenue
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Continue on Fobes Road
1415 ft · 42 sec · Fobes Road
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Turn right
15 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tacoma and Fobes Hill.
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 North
Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tacoma and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Fobes Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tacoma to Fobes Hill?
The road trip is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Newcastle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.7 miles from Tacoma and 30.8 miles from Fobes Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:40 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.79 one way or $23.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tacoma and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Fobes Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Newcastle
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Tukwila Community Center
Renton City Human Services
Renton City Hall
Renton Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newcastle.
Tukwila station
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Edmonds station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tacoma and Fobes Hill. Straight-line distance: 50.42 mi (81.14 km).
#1 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fobes Hill
Situated in Snohomish County north of the city of Snohomish, this topographical feature and surrounding community rises to an elevation of approximately 203 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.9489900, -122.1198500 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fobes Hill (-122.11985, 47.94899)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $5.44 | $11.79 | $23.59 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $15.82 | $31.65 |
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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