How far is Tacoma, WA from Montesano, WA?
The driving distance from Tacoma, WA to Montesano, WA is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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 01h 29m.
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 capital of Washington state.
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 Montesano.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma and Montesano.
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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
28.6 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 101: Aberdeen, Port Angeles
2448 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
21 mi · 26 min
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Continue on Olympic Highway
10 mi · 13 min · Olympic Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 107: Montesano, Raymond
1184 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto South Main Street
713 ft · 29 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Wynooche Avenue
586 ft · 22 sec · West Wynooche Avenue
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Turn right onto South Fleet Street
894 ft · 33 sec · South Fleet Street
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Turn uturn
108 m · 28 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 Montesano.
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
28.6 mi · 00h 36m
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 Montesano.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tacoma to Montesano?
The road trip is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Olympia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.2 miles from Tacoma and 34.4 miles from Montesano.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.6 miles (92.7 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 3:32 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.66 one way or $25.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tacoma and Mostly Sunny near Montesano.
Stop Ideas Near Olympia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Lacey - City Hall Parking
Olympia Urban Forestry
Shelton Civic Center
Lacey Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Olympia.
Centennial Station
Centralia station
Tacoma Dome Station
Tukwila station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tacoma and Montesano. Straight-line distance: 57.61 mi (92.71 km).
#1 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montesano
City in Washington, United States
| Population | 4,074 |
| Coordinates | 46.9812100, -123.6026600 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montesano (-123.60266, 46.98121)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $13.47 | $26.94 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $13.97 | $27.93 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $13.23 | $26.46 |
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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