How far is Yakima, WA from Tacoma, WA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Yakima and Tacoma is 101.92 miles (164.02 km).
Flight distance from Yakima, WA to Tacoma, WA is 101.92 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Yakima to Tacoma with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Yakima, Washington to Tacoma, Washington is: 155.98 miles (251.02 km) by car.
Driving from Yakima to Tacoma will take approximately 02 hours 37 minutes.
#1 Yakima
The second most populous city in Yakima County, Washington. It is located on the Yakima River in central Washington. Yakima is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Yakima Valley Museum and the Central Washington University campus.
| Population | 94322 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 46°36'7"N 120°30'21"W |
| Latitude | 46.6020700 |
| Longitude | -120.5059000 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Tacoma: South 11th Street (-122.444267,47.25278)
Estimated Travel Time Between Yakima and Tacoma
The distance between Yakima and Tacoma is 251 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 47 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 Yakima and Tacoma. The current time is 04:20:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 53 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 04 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.83 liters (5.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Yakima and Tacoma.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Yakima to Tacoma is $26.09 (diesel $30.09).
Washington gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.74 | $5.02 | $5.21 | $5.47 |
| Total | $26.09 | $27.6 | $28.68 | $30.09 |
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 November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Yakima and Tacoma (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
