How far is Tacoma, WA from Lynden, WA?
The driving distance from Tacoma, WA to Lynden, WA is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117 miles (188.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
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.
The most populous city in Snohomish County, Washington.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tacoma and Lynden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma and Lynden.
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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
120.6 mi · 2 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 542 East: Sunset Drive, Mount Baker
1025 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto East Sunset Drive
1.4 km · 2 min · East Sunset Drive
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Turn left onto Hannegan Road
4 mi · 7 min · Hannegan Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Hannegan Road
35 m · 2 sec · Hannegan Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Hannegan Road
7.6 mi · 12 min · Hannegan Road
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Continue on South 1st Street
1717 ft · 1 min · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
798 ft · 27 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tacoma and Lynden.
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
121 mi · 02h 26m
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 Mostly Sunny near Lynden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tacoma to Lynden?
The road trip is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Marysville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.9 miles from Tacoma and 68 miles from Lynden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117 miles (188.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 12:44 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.07 one way or $50.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tacoma and Mostly Sunny near Lynden.
Stop Ideas Near Marysville
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 Marysville.
Everett Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tacoma and Lynden. Straight-line distance: 117.02 mi (188.32 km).
#1 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lynden
City in Washington, United States
| Population | 15,408 |
| Coordinates | 48.9465000, -122.4521100 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lynden (-122.45211, 48.9465)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $5.23 | $25.07 | $50.13 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $26.67 | $53.33 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $27.64 | $55.29 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $26.19 | $52.37 |
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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