Distance from Phoenix to Tacoma by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Tacoma (WA) is 1097 miles or 1766 kilometers or 953 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Tacoma is 1411 miles (2272 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 314 miles or 506 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Tacoma, WA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Tacoma is 1097 miles or 1766 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Tacoma, is Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Tacoma?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Tacoma, WA is 2 hours 31 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Tacoma Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Tacoma, WA
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Tacoma, WA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Tacoma, Washington is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Tacoma, WA

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Tacoma, Washington is 1411 miles or 2272 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Tacoma, WA is 1411 miles or 2272 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Tacoma, Washington.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Tacoma, Washington is approximately 1411 miles (2272 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 26 to 27 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Tacoma, WA

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Tacoma, WA?
The total driving time is 26 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Tacoma take?
Phoenix and Tacoma are 26 hours 46 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Phoenix and Tacoma

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Tacoma (WA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Tacoma
2025-12-19, 05:15:14 MST2025-12-19, 05:15:14 MST
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Tacoma Washington, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Tacoma, WA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1411 mi 2272 km 1225.31 nmi
Straight line distance 1097 mi 1766 km 953 nmi
Difference 314 mi 506 km 272 nmi

Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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Tacoma Details

Tacoma is located in Washington, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 47° 15' 10.4'' Longitude: W 122° 26' 39.4''
Latitude47.25288
Longitude-122.44429
StateWashington
Nearest airports to Tacoma

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Tacoma, WA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 47 hours 20 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 35 hours 30 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 31 hours 33 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 28 hours 24 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 25 hours 49 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 23 hours 40 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 21 hours 50 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 20 hours 17 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 18 hours 56 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 17 hours 45 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 16 hours 42 minutes