Origin
Allyn, WA
Late night in Allyn on Wednesday
Local time
4:24 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allyn, WA to Tacoma, WA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
53m
Distance
32.4 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allyn, WA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Allyn, WA to Tacoma, WA covers 32.4 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WA 16, WA 302, East State Highway 302 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.7 miles on WA 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.78 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
16.2 miles from Allyn, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 32.4 miles, with most of the trip on WA 16 and WA 302. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.7 miles on WA 16.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WA 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
342 ft
-5 ft
Total Climb
908 ft
Total Descent
684 ft
Highest Point
342 ft
~30.1 mi in
Elevation Range
347 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 16 and WA 302. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East North Bay Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 53m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East North Bay Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (WA 302): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (WA 302): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East North Bay Road
At end of road, turn right onto East North Bay Road
Navigation decision point
5
11.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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WA 302
At end of road, turn left onto WA 302
Navigation decision point
4
15.3 mi into trip
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~27m in
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WA 302
At end of road, turn left onto WA 302
Navigation decision point
5
17.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
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WA 16
Merge onto WA 16
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
30 mi into trip
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~47m in
Take the exit toward Sprague Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward Sprague Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 16 | 12.7 mi | 15m |
| WA 302 | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| East State Highway 302 | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Elgin Clifton Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East North Bay Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| South 11th Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Purdy Drive Northwest | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 16
— 12.7 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allyn, WA and Tacoma, WA.
1
Start on this road
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East North Bay Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East North Bay Road
3
Continue on WA 302
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East State Highway 302
4
Turn straight onto WA 302
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Rocky Bay Point Road Key Peninsula North
5
Continue on WA 302
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Elgin Clifton Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto WA 302
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
WA 302
7
Turn left onto Goldman Drive Northwest
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Goldman Drive Northwest
8
At end of road, turn left onto WA 302
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
WA 302
9
Turn straight
475 ft
·
10 sec
10
Turn straight onto WA 302
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Purdy Drive Northwest
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward WA 16 East
12
Merge onto WA 16
13 mi
·
15 min
·
WA 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Sprague Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
15
Continue on Sprague Ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Sprague Ramp
16
Continue on South Sprague Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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South Sprague Avenue
17
Turn right onto South 11th Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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South 11th Street
18
Arrive at destination
South 11th Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 16.2 miles from Allyn, WA, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32.4 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.2 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tacoma, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Allyn, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Allyn, WA
This is one driving day of about 32.4 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Allyn, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on WA 16 for about 12.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.2 mi from Allyn, WA · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.2 miles from Allyn, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tacoma, WA
The final approach into Tacoma, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Tacoma, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.78 one way
$13.56 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
| premium | $5.77 | $7.36 | $14.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.15 | $14.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tacoma, WA
Late night in Tacoma on Wednesday
Local time
4:24 AM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Chance Light Rain
SW 10 mph
42% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Allyn, WA to Tacoma, WA covers 32.4 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 16, WA 302, East State Highway 302. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.2 miles from Allyn, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 53m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East North Bay Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (WA 302): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (WA 302): Navigation decision point.
The route from Allyn, WA to Tacoma, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -5 ft to 342 ft elevation with about 908 ft of total climbing.
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