Phoenix to Tacoma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1096.8 miles 1765.1 km · straight line
1405.9 miles actual route 2262.5 km · driving distance
26h 49min estimated drive time
$135 - $167 estimated fuel cost
~2h 42min flight time
333° NNW bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Tacoma?

The distance from Phoenix to Tacoma is 1096.8 miles (1765.1 km) as the crow flies. Tacoma is located NNW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1405.9 miles, taking about 26h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 42min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona 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 Phoenix 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.

How to Get from Phoenix to Tacoma

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 49min $135 - $167 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 11min $112–$211* Budget
Train ~34h 52min $169–$492* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Tacoma

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m 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 366 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 91 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM