Surrey to Tacoma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

129.2 miles 208 km · straight line
161.6 miles estimated 260 km · driving distance
3h 15min estimated drive time
CAD 26 - CAD 32 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
172° S bearing direction

How far is Surrey from Tacoma?

The distance from Surrey to Tacoma is 129.2 miles (208 km) as the crow flies. Tacoma is located S of Surrey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 161.6 miles, taking about 3h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Surrey is in British Columbia, Canada, while Tacoma is in Washington, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Surrey 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 Surrey to Tacoma

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 15min CAD 26 - CAD 32 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 54min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 5min $19–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Surrey & Tacoma

Quick Facts

Surrey
49.11°N, 122.83°W
America/Vancouver
82m 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 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 192.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients