Origin
Tacoma, WA
Night in Tacoma on Sunday
Local time
9:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA
Drive Time
43m
Distance
26.9 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Black Diamond, WA
Chukwuka Prosper
Trip Overview
The drive from Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA covers 26.9 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Market Street, South 13th Street, I 705 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.65 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
13.4 miles from Tacoma, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 43m drive with frequent turns across 26.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Market Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Market Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 13th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 705 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Port of Tacoma | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 5 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WA 18 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 18 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Auburn - Black Diamond Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Market Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma, WA and Black Diamond, WA.
1
Start on South 11th Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
South 11th Street
2
Turn right onto Market Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Market Street
3
Turn left onto South 13th Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
South 13th Street
4
Turn right onto I 705 SB Ramp
213 ft
·
11 sec
·
I 705 SB Ramp
5
Take the ramp straight toward Port of Tacoma
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Port of Tacoma
6
Merge slight right
0.8 mi
·
1 min
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 5 North: Seattle
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 5 North: Seattle
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Seattle
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 5 North: Seattle
9
Merge slight left
7.7 mi
·
9 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
11
Merge slight left onto State Route 18
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 18
12
Take the exit slight right toward Auburn - Black Diamond Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Auburn - Black Diamond Road
13
Turn right onto Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
14
Continue on Southeast Auburn-Black Diamond Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Southeast Auburn-Black Diamond Road
15
Keep slight right to continue on Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
16
Turn slight right onto Southeast Auburn-Black Diamond Road
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Southeast Auburn-Black Diamond Road
17
Continue on 192nd Avenue Southeast
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
192nd Avenue Southeast
18
Continue on Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
20
Exit the roundabout onto Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
118 ft
·
4 sec
·
Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
22
Exit the roundabout onto Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
449 ft
·
16 sec
·
Southeast Auburn Black Diamond Road
23
Continue on Roberts Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Roberts Drive
24
Turn right onto Cemetery Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Cemetery Road
25
Turn right onto Morgan Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Morgan Street
26
Turn left onto Baker Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Baker Street
27
At the end of the road, turn right onto 3rd Avenue
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
3rd Avenue
28
Turn left onto Lawson Street
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
Lawson Street
29
Arrive at your destination
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 13.4 miles from Tacoma, WA, or about 21m into the drive.
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 26.9 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.4 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Black Diamond, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, WA
This is one driving day of about 26.9 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tacoma, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.4 mi from Tacoma, WA · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.4 miles from Tacoma, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Black Diamond, WA
The final approach into Black Diamond, 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 Black Diamond, 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
$5.65 one way
$11.29 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $5.90 | $11.79 |
| premium | $5.77 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.98 | $11.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Black Diamond, WA
Night in Black Diamond on Sunday
Local time
9:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA covers 26.9 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Market Street, South 13th Street, I 705. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.4 miles from Tacoma, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.65 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.
The drive from Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Tacoma, WA to Black Diamond, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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