How far is Yelm, WA from Tacoma, WA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Yelm and Tacoma is 22.78 miles (36.67 km).
Flight distance from Yelm, WA to Tacoma, WA is 22.78 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Yelm, Washington to Tacoma, Washington is: 31.99 miles (51.49 km) by car.
Driving from Yelm to Tacoma will take approximately 00 hours 41 minutes.
#1 Yelm
City in Thurston County, Washington, United States
| Population | 9591 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 46°56'31"N 122°36'21"W |
| Latitude | 46.9420400 |
| Longitude | -122.6059600 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tacoma
The third most populous city in Washington. It is located on Puget Sound in the western part of the state. Tacoma is known for its maritime history, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Museum of Glass and the Tacoma Art Museum.
| Population | 219945 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 47°15'10"N 122°26'39"W |
| Latitude | 47.2528800 |
| Longitude | -122.4442900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Tacoma: South 11th Street (-122.444267,47.25278)
Estimated Travel Time Between Yelm and Tacoma
The distance between Yelm and Tacoma is 51 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 34 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Yelm and Tacoma. The current time is 15:46:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.27 liters (1.13 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Yelm and Tacoma.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Yelm to Tacoma is $5.35 (diesel $6.17).
Washington gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.74 | $5.02 | $5.21 | $5.47 |
| Total | $5.35 | $5.66 | $5.88 | $6.17 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Washington ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.740 (Diesel $5.467) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Yelm and Tacoma (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
