How far is Tacoma, WA from Lake Shore, WA?
The driving distance from Tacoma, WA to Lake Shore, WA is about 131.7 miles (212 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.6 miles (174.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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
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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 02h 34m.
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 Lewis County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tacoma and Lake Shore.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma and Lake Shore.
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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 left to continue on I 5 South: Portland
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
125.2 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Keep slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Northeast 99th Street
2251 ft · 57 sec
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Turn straight onto Northeast 99th Street
2264 ft · 59 sec · Northeast 99th Street
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Continue on Northwest 99th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Northwest 99th Street
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Turn left onto Northwest 18th Avenue
53 m · 10 sec · Northwest 18th Avenue
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Turn right onto Northwest 98th Street
122 m · 18 sec · Northwest 98th Street
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Continue on Northwest 20th Avenue
604 ft · 27 sec · Northwest 20th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest 96th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tacoma and Lake Shore.
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
125 mi · 02h 21m
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 Sunny near Lake Shore.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tacoma to Lake Shore?
The road trip is about 131.7 miles (212 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Napavine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.8 miles from Tacoma and 65.9 miles from Lake Shore.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.6 miles (174.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 1:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.27 one way or $50.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tacoma and Sunny near Lake Shore.
Stop Ideas Near Napavine
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 Napavine.
Centralia station
Centennial Station
Kelso Multimodal Transportation Center
Astoria Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tacoma and Lake Shore. Straight-line distance: 108.57 mi (174.73 km).
#1 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Shore
Located in Clark County at an elevation of 223 feet, this community is situated along the eastern shore of Vancouver Lake, north of the city of Vancouver.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.6906700, -122.6909300 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Shore (-122.69093, 45.69067)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 212 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $25.27 | $50.55 |
| Mid-grade | $5.72 | $26.59 | $53.19 |
| Premium | $5.98 | $27.79 | $55.59 |
| Diesel | $7.29 | $33.91 | $67.82 |
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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