How far is Forks, WA from Tacoma, WA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Forks and Tacoma is 102.47 miles (164.91 km).

Flight distance from Forks, WA to Tacoma, WA is 102.47 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Forks to Tacoma with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Forks, Washington to Tacoma, Washington is: 163.59 miles (263.27 km) by car.

Driving from Forks to Tacoma will take approximately 03 hours 09 minutes.

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#1 Forks

City in Clallam County, Washington

Population 3914
GPS Coordinates 47°57'1"N 124°23'8"W
Latitude 47.9503600
Longitude -124.3854900
Altitude 93
Country United States
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#2 Tacoma

The third most populous city in Washington. It is located on Puget Sound in the western part of the state. Tacoma is known for its maritime history, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Museum of Glass and the Tacoma Art Museum.

Population 219945
GPS Coordinates 47°15'10"N 122°26'39"W
Latitude 47.2528800
Longitude -122.4442900
Altitude 74
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Forks and Tacoma

The distance between Forks and Tacoma is 263 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 55 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Forks and Tacoma. The current time is 00:21:52.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 05 hours 27 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 04 hours 05 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 16 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 02 hours 43 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 20 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 10 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 02 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.85 liters (5.77 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Forks and Tacoma.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Forks to Tacoma is $27.36 (diesel $31.56).

Washington gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $4.74 $5.02 $5.21 $5.47
Total $27.36 $28.95 $30.08 $31.56

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Washington ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.740 (Diesel $5.467) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Forks and Tacoma (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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