Portland, Oregon to Tacoma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Portland, Oregon from Tacoma?

The distance from Portland, Oregon to Tacoma is 120.6 miles (194.1 km) as the crow flies. Tacoma is located N of Portland, Oregon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.8 miles, taking about 2h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Portland, Oregon in Oregon and Tacoma in Washington.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Portland, Oregon 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.