How far is Tacoma, WA from Southworth, WA?
The driving distance from Tacoma, WA to Southworth, WA is about 30.4 miles (49 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST.
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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
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
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 Pierce County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tacoma and Southworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma and Southworth.
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Start on South 11th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South 11th Street
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Turn left onto South Sprague Avenue
2964 ft · 2 min · South Sprague Avenue
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Continue on Sprague Ramp
1466 ft · 42 sec · Sprague Ramp
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Take the exit straight
839 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
2068 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mullenix Road
1728 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto Southeast Mullenix Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Southeast Mullenix Road
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Turn left onto Olalla Valley Road Southeast
1629 ft · 31 sec · Olalla Valley Road Southeast
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Continue on Southeast Olalla Valley Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Southeast Olalla Valley Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Banner Road Southeast
1.9 mi · 3 min · Banner Road Southeast
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Turn right onto Southeast Sedgwick Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Southeast Sedgwick Road
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Turn left onto Cottonwood Drive Southeast
1344 ft · 37 sec · Cottonwood Drive Southeast
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Continue on Southeast Cottonwood Drive
616 ft · 17 sec · Southeast Cottonwood Drive
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Turn left onto Stohlton Road Southeast
1333 ft · 40 sec · Stohlton Road Southeast
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Turn right onto Southeast Southworth Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Southeast Southworth Drive
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Turn right
11 m · 3 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 Southworth.
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.
WA 16 West
Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Light Rain leaving Tacoma and Light Rain near Southworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tacoma to Southworth?
The road trip is about 30.4 miles (49 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Gig Harbor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.2 miles from Tacoma and 15.2 miles from Southworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 PST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM PST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.43 one way or $10.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Tacoma and Light Rain near Southworth.
Stop Ideas Near Gig Harbor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Tacoma
City Hall Park
Federal Way City Hall
Tacoma Municipal Court
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gig Harbor.
Tacoma Dome Station
Tukwila station
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tacoma and Southworth. Straight-line distance: 18.11 mi (29.14 km).
#1 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southworth
Situated on the eastern edge of the Kitsap Peninsula overlooking Puget Sound, this unincorporated community lies at an approximate elevation of 75 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.5120400, -122.5018000 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southworth (-122.5018, 47.51204)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $5.03 | $5.43 | $10.87 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
| Premium | $5.55 | $6.00 | $12.00 |
| Diesel | $7.16 | $7.73 | $15.47 |
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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