How long does it take to drive from Seattle to Tacoma?

The drive from Seattle to Tacoma takes about 27 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Seattle and Tacoma?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Seattle and Tacoma?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Seattle and Tacoma, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Seattle from Tacoma?

Q: How far is Seattle from Tacoma?

Seattle, WA is approximately 25 miles from Tacoma, WA as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Seattle, WA and Tacoma, WA is about 25 miles — roughly a 27 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

25 mi

Drive time

27 min

Midpoint

47.430°, -122.388°

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Midpoint

47.4295°, -122.3882°

Seattle and Tacoma are about 25 miles apart — each person drives roughly 13 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Seattle to Tacoma

Most drivers cover the 25-mile route in about 27 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.

Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way

If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 13 miles each instead of 25. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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