How far is Tacoma, WA from Sumas, WA?
The driving distance from Tacoma, WA to Sumas, WA is about 145 miles (233.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121 miles (194.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 07m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tacoma and Sumas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma and Sumas.
-
1
Start on South 11th Street
686 ft · 29 sec · South 11th Street
-
2
Turn right onto Market Street
759 ft · 31 sec · Market Street
-
3
Turn left onto South 13th Street
920 ft · 36 sec · South 13th Street
-
4
Turn right onto I 705 SB Ramp
65 m · 11 sec · I 705 SB Ramp
-
5
Take the ramp straight toward Port of Tacoma
869 ft · 21 sec
-
6
Merge slight right
1.3 km · 1 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 5 North: Seattle
1819 ft · 44 sec
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle
1395 ft · 34 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
120.6 mi · 2 hr 26 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward WA 542 East: Sunset Drive, Mount Baker
1025 ft · 28 sec
-
11
Turn right onto East Sunset Drive
2.3 mi · 5 min · East Sunset Drive
-
12
Continue on Mount Baker Highway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Mount Baker Highway
-
13
Turn left onto Everson Goshen Road
6.1 mi · 9 min · Everson Goshen Road
-
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto Everson Goshen Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Everson Goshen Road
-
15
Continue on Mead Avenue
2132 ft · 49 sec · Mead Avenue
-
16
Continue on Mead Avenue
67 m · 5 sec · Mead Avenue
-
17
Continue on Kale Street
1063 ft · 18 sec · Kale Street
-
18
Continue on Everson Road
2407 ft · 41 sec · Everson Road
-
19
Continue on West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
-
20
Continue on West Columbia Street
1749 ft · 34 sec · West Columbia Street
-
21
Turn left onto Nooksack Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · Nooksack Road
-
22
Turn right onto East Badger Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Badger Road
-
23
Turn straight onto Easterbrook Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Easterbrook Road
-
24
Continue on Cherry Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Cherry Street
-
25
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cherry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tacoma and Sumas.
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 longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Tacoma and Mostly Clear near Sumas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tacoma to Sumas?
The road trip is about 145 miles (233.3 km) and usually takes 03h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Smokey Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Tacoma and 72.5 miles from Sumas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121 miles (194.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.74 one way or $53.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tacoma and Mostly Clear near Sumas.
Stop Ideas Near Smokey Point
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 Smokey Point.
Stanwood station
Everett Station
Skagit Transportation Center
Monroe, Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tacoma and Sumas. Straight-line distance: 121.01 mi (194.74 km).
#1 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sumas
Small city in Washington
| Population | 1,629 |
| Coordinates | 49.0001200, -122.2648800 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sumas (-122.26488, 49.00012)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $26.74 | $53.48 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $28.45 | $56.89 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $29.49 | $58.98 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $27.94 | $55.87 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Washington · May 03, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.