Distance Guide
How far is Tacoma from Olympia?
The distance between Tacoma, WA and Olympia, WA is about 26 miles — roughly a 28 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
26 mi
Drive time
28 min
Midpoint
47.145°, -122.672°
Driving from Tacoma to Olympia
Most drivers cover the 26-mile route in about 28 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 26. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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