Fernley to Tacoma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

551.8 miles 888.1 km · straight line
662.2 miles estimated 1065.7 km · driving distance
13h 19min estimated drive time
$64 - $78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Fernley from Tacoma?

The distance from Fernley to Tacoma is 551.8 miles (888.1 km) as the crow flies. Tacoma is located NNW of Fernley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 662.2 miles, taking about 13h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Fernley in Nevada and Tacoma in Washington.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fernley and Tacoma. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fernley to Tacoma

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 19min $64 - $78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 59min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~17h 19min $79–$232* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fernley & Tacoma

Quick Facts

Fernley
39.61°N, 119.25°W
America/Los_Angeles
1268m elevation
Tacoma
47.25°N, 122.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
74m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients