How far is Yarrow Point, WA from Tacoma, WA?

The driving distance from Yarrow Point, WA to Tacoma, WA is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
39.56 mi
00h 46m
Flight
29.17 mi
46.95 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
29.17 mi
Kilometers
46.95 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
39.56 mi
Kilometers
63.66 km
Drive Time
00h 46m

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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 00h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tacoma
Sun, Apr 19, 3:55 AM PDT
Return by in Yarrow Point
Sun, Apr 19, 4:42 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Yarrow Point
2026-04-19T03:08
Arrive Tacoma
Sun, Apr 19, 3:55 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Yarrow Point
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
SeaTac
WA

Airport in SeaTac, Washington, USA

From Yarrow Point
19.8 mi
00h 23m
To Tacoma
19.8 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph NNE
Destination
60°F
Sunday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Yarrow Point and Tacoma.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yarrow Point and Tacoma.

  1. 1

    Start on 92nd Avenue Northeast

    1840 ft · 50 sec · 92nd Avenue Northeast

  2. 2

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 92nd Avenue Northeast

    33 m · 2 sec · 92nd Avenue Northeast

  3. 3

    Exit the roundabout onto 92nd Avenue Northeast

    93 m · 13 sec · 92nd Avenue Northeast

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left toward WA 520 East: Redmond

    1563 ft · 38 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    1.2 mi · 1 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 405: Everett, Renton

    858 ft · 21 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on I 405 South: Renton

    2423 ft · 59 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    14.5 mi · 18 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland

    1446 ft · 49 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    20.3 mi · 25 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 7 South, I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome

    785 ft · 19 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome Station

    102 m · 8 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 705 North: City Center

    2087 ft · 51 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight right

    1554 ft · 22 sec

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight left toward A Street, City Center

    1550 ft · 38 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on South 15 Street, Pacific Avenue

    1048 ft · 31 sec

  17. 17

    Continue on South 15th Street

    1462 ft · 60 sec · South 15th Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Tacoma Avenue South

    1516 ft · 49 sec · Tacoma Avenue South

  19. 19

    Turn right onto South 11th Street

    13 m · 2 sec · South 11th Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South 11th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Yarrow Point and Tacoma.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
11
4 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
50.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
20.6 mi · 52%
I 405 South
14.9 mi · 38%
WA 520 East
1.47 mi · 4%
I 705 North
0.75 mi · 2%
92nd Avenue Northeast
0.43 mi · 1%
A Street
0.29 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 5 South

Merge slight left

20.3 mi · 00h 25m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.5 mi
29.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
SeaTac
00h 23m from Yarrow Point
Leave By
4:56 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Yarrow Point and Light Rain Likely near Tacoma.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Yarrow Point to Tacoma?

The road trip is about 39.6 miles (63.7 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?

SeaTac is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Yarrow Point and 19.8 miles from Tacoma.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 4:56 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.27 one way or $14.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Yarrow Point and Light Rain Likely near Tacoma.

Stop Ideas Near SeaTac

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around SeaTac and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 14.1 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 4.3 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 8.6 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Covington
Meeting point 8.8 mi away

City of Covington

Covington , WA
16720 SE 271st St, Covington, WA 98042
Rating 4.2/5 5 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to SeaTac.

RAIL

Tukwila station

4 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

17 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

19 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

25 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Yarrow Point and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 29.17 mi (46.95 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Yarrow Point

Town of the United States

Population1,146
Coordinates47.6462100, -122.2173500
Altitude37
CountryUnited States
Tacoma

#2 Tacoma

The third most populous city in Washington.

Population219,945
Coordinates47.2528800, -122.4442900
Altitude74
CountryUnited States
Start: 92nd Avenue Northeast (-122.217565, 47.646213)
End: South 11th Street (-122.444267, 47.25278)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 64 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.39 gal
5.28 L · about $7.27
Round trip
$14.55
2.78 gal · 10.56 L
Estimated CO2
12.4 kg one way
Round trip: 24.7 kg / 54 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $7.27 $14.55
Mid-grade $5.57 $7.74 $15.48
Premium $5.77 $8.02 $16.04
Diesel $5.47 $7.60 $15.20

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 · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Yarrow Point and Tacoma. The current time is 03:08:17.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.