Origin
Belfair, WA
Late night in Belfair on Wednesday
Local time
4:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belfair, WA to Tacoma, WA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
51m
Distance
34.6 mi
56 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 47m
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6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belfair, WA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Belfair, WA to Tacoma, WA covers 34.6 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WA 16, Southwest Lake Flora Road, Northeast State Route 3 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.4 miles on WA 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.24 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
17.3 miles from Belfair, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 34.6 miles, with most of the trip on WA 16 and Southwest Lake Flora Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.4 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 20 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 19.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 16 and Southwest Lake Flora Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near WA 3 / Northeast State Route 3.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (WA 3 / Northeast State Route 3): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles (Southwest Lake Flora Road): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (Southwest Lake Flora Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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WA 3 / Northeast State Route 3
Enter roundabout onto WA 3 / Northeast State Route 3
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
2.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Southwest Lake Flora Road
Turn right onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
Navigation decision point
4
6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Southwest Lake Flora Road
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
12.8 mi into trip
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~21m 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
32.2 mi into trip
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~45m 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 | 19.4 mi | 24m |
| Southwest Lake Flora Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Northeast State Route 3 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Bethel Burley Road Southeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Lider Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| South 11th Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Lider Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 3 Southwest | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 16
— 19.4 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belfair, WA and Tacoma, WA.
1
Start on WA 3
1.6 mi
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2 min
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Northeast State Route 3
2
Enter roundabout onto WA 3
123 ft
·
1 sec
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Northeast State Route 3
3
Continue on WA 3
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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Northeast State Route 3
4
Continue on WA 3
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
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State Highway 3 Southwest
5
Turn right onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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Southwest Lake Flora Road
6
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Lake Flora Road
159 ft
·
2 sec
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Southwest Lake Flora Road
7
Continue on Southwest Lake Flora Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest Lake Flora Road
8
Continue on Glenwood Road Southwest
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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Glenwood Road Southwest
9
Turn right onto Southwest Lider Road
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Southwest Lider Road
10
Continue on Southeast Lider Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Southeast Lider Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto Bethel Burley Road Southeast
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Bethel Burley Road Southeast
12
Turn left onto Southeast Mullenix Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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Southeast Mullenix Road
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward WA 16 East: Tacoma
14
Merge onto WA 16
19 mi
·
24 min
·
WA 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Sprague Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
17
Continue on Sprague Ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Sprague Ramp
18
Continue on South Sprague Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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South Sprague Avenue
19
Turn right onto South 11th Street
0.9 mi
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2 min
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South 11th Street
20
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 17.3 miles from Belfair, WA, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.4 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 34.6 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
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 Belfair, 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 Belfair, WA
This is one driving day of about 34.6 miles and 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Belfair, 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 19.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Belfair, WA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Belfair, 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
$7.24 one way
$14.48 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $7.59 | $15.19 |
| premium | $5.77 | $7.86 | $15.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
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: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
4:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
16 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
51m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Belfair, WA to Tacoma, WA covers 34.6 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 16, Southwest Lake Flora Road, Northeast State Route 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Belfair, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.24 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 51m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (WA 3 / Northeast State Route 3): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles (Southwest Lake Flora Road): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (Southwest Lake Flora Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Belfair, WA to Tacoma, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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