Los Angeles to Tacoma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Los Angeles from Tacoma?

The distance from Los Angeles to Tacoma is 937.9 miles (1509.4 km) as the crow flies. Tacoma is located NNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1104.4 miles, taking about 20h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 23min. Both are located in United States — Los Angeles in California 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Los Angeles and Tacoma. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.