Maple Valley to Tacoma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

21 miles 33.8 km · straight line
27.3 miles estimated 43.9 km · driving distance
33min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
243° WSW bearing direction

How far is Maple Valley from Tacoma?

The distance from Maple Valley to Tacoma is 21 miles (33.8 km) as the crow flies. Tacoma is located WSW of Maple Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 27.3 miles, taking about 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Maple Valley 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 Maple Valley to Tacoma

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Maple Valley & Tacoma

Quick Facts

Maple Valley
47.39°N, 122.05°W
America/Los_Angeles
128m elevation
Tacoma
47.25°N, 122.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
74m elevation
Explore more routes from Tacoma

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients