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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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.
Airport in SeaTac, Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
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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.
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Start on 92nd Avenue Northeast
1840 ft · 50 sec · 92nd Avenue Northeast
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 92nd Avenue Northeast
33 m · 2 sec · 92nd Avenue Northeast
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Exit the roundabout onto 92nd Avenue Northeast
93 m · 13 sec · 92nd Avenue Northeast
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Take the ramp left toward WA 520 East: Redmond
1563 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 405: Everett, Renton
858 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 405 South: Renton
2423 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
14.5 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland
1446 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
20.3 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 7 South, I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome
785 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 705 North: City Center, Tacoma Dome Station
102 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 705 North: City Center
2087 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight right
1554 ft · 22 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward A Street, City Center
1550 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on South 15 Street, Pacific Avenue
1048 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on South 15th Street
1462 ft · 60 sec · South 15th Street
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Turn right onto Tacoma Avenue South
1516 ft · 49 sec · Tacoma Avenue South
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Turn right onto South 11th Street
13 m · 2 sec · South 11th Street
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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.
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
20.3 mi · 00h 25m
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.
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.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Tukwila Community Center
Auburn Building Permits
City of Covington
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to SeaTac.
Tukwila station
King Street Station
Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington
Tacoma Dome Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yarrow Point and Tacoma. Straight-line distance: 29.17 mi (46.95 km).
#1 Yarrow Point
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,146 |
| Coordinates | 47.6462100, -122.2173500 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 219,945 |
| Coordinates | 47.2528800, -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 11th Street (-122.444267, 47.25278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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