Origin
Tacoma, WA
Night in Tacoma on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tacoma, WA to Boulevard Park, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
26.9 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boulevard Park, WA
Bhaskar Barman
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Tacoma to Boulevard Park, you are looking at a quick 26.9-mile trip that typically takes about 37 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to handle without any overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via I-5, WA-518, and Des Moines Memorial Drive South to reach your destination. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, this is a highly economical drive within the Pacific Coast region. Because the trip is so efficient, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to head out whenever it is most convenient for you.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 20.1 mi | 25m |
| WA 518 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Des Moines Memorial Drive South | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| I 705 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South 128th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 13th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 11th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 20.1 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma, WA and Boulevard Park, WA.
1
Start on South 11th Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
South 11th Street
2
Turn right onto Market Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Market Street
3
Turn left onto South 13th Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
South 13th Street
4
Turn right onto I 705 SB Ramp
213 ft
·
11 sec
·
I 705 SB Ramp
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Port of Tacoma
6
Merge onto I 705
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 705
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 5
20 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
448 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 154A
Toward WA 518 West: Burien, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 405
375 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 405
13
Continue on WA 518
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
WA 518
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Des Moines Memorial Drive
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto Des Moines Memorial Drive South
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Des Moines Memorial Drive South
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto South 128th Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South 128th Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto 14th Avenue South
266 ft
·
9 sec
·
14th Avenue South
18
Arrive at destination
14th Avenue South
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 25.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 North: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
7
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
8
22.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma...
9
22.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 518 West: Burien, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 154A
Toward WA 518 West: Burien, Seattle-Tacoma Inte...
6
25.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Des Moines Memorial Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Des Moines Memorial Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.63 one way
$11.26 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $5.90 | $11.81 |
| premium | $5.77 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Boulevard Park, WA
Night in Boulevard Park on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 87% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-5, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 20.1 miles. The journey maintains a consistent pace, transitioning from the main interstate onto WA-518 and local roads as you approach Boulevard Park. While the drive is straightforward and efficient, you should be prepared for the typical rhythm of a highway-heavy commute. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.1 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 518. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 26.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
447 ft
18 ft
Total Climb
720 ft
Total Descent
561 ft
Highest Point
447 ft
~13.5 mi in
Elevation Range
429 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tacoma, WA and Boulevard Park, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Bellevue
22.2 mi in
|
~29m
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
22.3 mi in
|
~29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 26.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.1 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Boulevard Park, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Boulevard Park, WA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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