Origin
Suquamish, WA
Evening in Suquamish on Friday
Local time
7:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Suquamish, WA to Tacoma, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
55.3 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Suquamish, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
Spanning 57.2 miles, the drive from Suquamish to Tacoma is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes. You will navigate primarily via Suquamish Way Northeast, Highway 305, and WA 3 South to reach your destination. Since this is a relatively short trip within the Pacific Coast region, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit between these two Washington locations. Whether you are heading south for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical and efficient connection between the two areas.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 55.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Because this route features 0% highway share, you will spend the entire time navigating local roads and state highways. The personality of the drive remains consistent throughout, lacking any exceptionally long, uninterrupted stretches of road. You should be prepared for frequent adjustments to your speed and steering as you transition through the various turns along the path. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 16 and State Highway 3 Northwest. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast
Turn right onto WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast
Enter roundabout onto WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward WA 3 South: Bremerton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward WA 3 South: Bremerton
5
8.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest
Merge onto WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 16 | 26.1 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 3 Northwest | 16.1 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 305 Northeast | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 3 West | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Suquamish Way Northeast | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| South 11th Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Sprague Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Sprague Ramp | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 16
— 26.1 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suquamish, WA and Tacoma, WA.
1
Start on Augusta Avenue Northeast
497 ft
·
21 sec
·
Augusta Avenue Northeast
2
Turn right onto Suquamish Way Northeast
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Suquamish Way Northeast
3
Turn right onto WA 305
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 305 Northeast
Use the right lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto WA 305
108 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 305 Northeast
5
Continue on WA 305
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 305 Northeast
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward WA 3 South: Bremerton
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto WA 3
16 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 3 Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on WA 3
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 3 West
9
Continue on WA 16
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West State Route 16
10
Continue on WA 16
26 mi
·
32 min
·
State Highway 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Sprague Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
13
Continue on Sprague Ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Sprague Ramp
14
Continue on South Sprague Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sprague Avenue
15
Turn right onto South 11th Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South 11th Street
16
Arrive at destination
South 11th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.7 mi from Suquamish, WA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Suquamish, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.57 one way
$23.15 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| premium | $5.77 | $12.56 | $25.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.21 | $24.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.65 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Evening in Tacoma on Friday
Local time
7:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Rocky Point, WA
28 mi in
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
10 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
1h 19m 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 Suquamish, WA to Tacoma, WA covers 55.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 16, State Highway 3 Northwest, State Highway 305 Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.7 miles from Suquamish, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.57 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WA 305 / State Highway 305 Northeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Suquamish, WA to Tacoma, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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