Origin
Tacoma, WA
Night in Tacoma on Sunday
Local time
9:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tacoma, WA to Bremerton, WA
Drive Time
49m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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 46m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bremerton, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
Connecting Tacoma to Bremerton is a straightforward 33.3-mile journey that typically takes about 49 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day outing rather than an overnight excursion. You will primarily navigate via WA 16, eventually transitioning onto Charleston Boulevard and 6th Street as you arrive at your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly. Both cities sit within the Pacific Coast region, ensuring a consistent coastal atmosphere throughout your transit. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B without requiring complex planning.
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
16.6 miles from Tacoma, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 84% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on WA 16, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 28.1 miles that allows for steady cruising. As you approach Bremerton, the road environment shifts from the open highway to local surface streets like Charleston Boulevard and 6th Street. This transition marks the end of the faster, highway-heavy segment and brings you into the urban landscape of your destination. The drive is consistent and functional, providing a predictable rhythm for the driver 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 11 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 28.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 16 and Charleston Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near South Sprague Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (South Sprague Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles (WA 16): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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South Sprague Avenue
Turn left onto South Sprague Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
1.9 mi into trip
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~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
5
2.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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WA 16
Merge onto WA 16
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
30.4 mi into trip
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~42m in
Take the exit toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 36
Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
6
32.3 mi into trip
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~46m in
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6th Street
Turn right onto 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 16 | 28.1 mi | 36m |
| Charleston Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 6th Street | 1 mi | 3m |
| South 11th Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Sprague Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Sprague Ramp | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Callow Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 16
— 28.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma, WA and Bremerton, WA.
1
Start on South 11th Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South 11th Street
2
Turn left onto South Sprague Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sprague Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on Sprague Ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Sprague Ramp
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
6
Merge onto WA 16
28 mi
·
36 min
·
WA 16
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 36
Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on WA 304
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Charleston Boulevard
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on WA 304
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
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North Callow Avenue
10
Turn right onto 6th Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
6th Street
Use the none lane.
11
Arrive at destination
6th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 33.3-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work the trip around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to reach your destination, you can complete the entire journey in under an hour without needing to plan for rest breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will be minimal, totaling around $7, so you won't need to stress about frequent stops at the pump. To ensure a smooth arrival, keep a close watch on your transition from WA 16 to the local roads of Charleston Boulevard and 6th Street, as this is where the route shifts from highway speeds to city traffic.
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 16.6 miles from Tacoma, WA, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.1 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 33.3 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.6 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bremerton, 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 33.3 miles and 49m.
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.
The longest stretch is on WA 16 for about 28.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.6 mi from Tacoma, WA · 24m 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 33.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.6 miles from Tacoma, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bremerton, WA
The final approach into Bremerton, 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 Bremerton, 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
$6.99 one way
$13.98 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| premium | $5.77 | $7.57 | $15.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
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: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
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
Bremerton, WA
Night in Bremerton on Sunday
Local time
9:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
49m 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 Bremerton, WA covers 33.3 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 16, Charleston Boulevard, 6th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.6 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 $6.99 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 49m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (South Sprague Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles (WA 16): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tacoma, WA to Bremerton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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