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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 20m

Distance

201.1 mi

324 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 7m ★
6 AM
4h 20m
8 AM
4h 47m
10 AM
4h 30m
12 PM
4h 27m
3 PM
4h 31m
5 PM
4h 45m
8 PM
4h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Manson, WA, WA

Manson, WA

Yaroslav Shuraev

Trip Overview

This 201.1-mile drive from Tacoma, WA, to Manson, WA, is a manageable one-day adventure, estimated to take around 4 hours and 20 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-90, US-97, and US-97 Alt, you'll experience a highway-focused journey with about 97% of the route on these main roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $42, it's an economical trip. This route is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The drive offers a practical way to traverse between the Pacific Coast regions of Washington.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

100.6 miles from Tacoma, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 59.8 mi 1h 6m
US 97 35.2 mi 44m
US 97 Alt 33.2 mi 45m
State Route 18 27.3 mi 34m
US 2 14.8 mi 19m
WA 970 9.9 mi 12m
I 5 7.7 mi 9m
State Route 150 6.5 mi 12m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 59.8 mi, about 1h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tacoma, WA and Manson, 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

7.7 mi · 9 min · I 5
Use the slight right lane.
10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 142A Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto WA 18

27 mi · 34 min · State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on WA 18

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
14

Merge onto I 90

60 mi · 1 hr 6 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward Cle Elum, Leavenworth
16

Turn left onto WA 970

0.4 mi · 33 sec · Sunset Highway
17

At end of road, turn right onto WA 970

0.1 mi · 10 sec · WA 970
18

Take the exit onto WA 970

9.8 mi · 12 min · WA 970
19

Continue on US 97

35 mi · 44 min · US 97
20

Take the exit onto US 97

15 mi · 19 min · US 2
21

Enter roundabout onto Easy Street

225 ft · 9 sec · Easy Street
22

Continue on Easy Street

350 ft · 11 sec · Easy Street
23

Turn right onto Ohme Garden Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Ohme Garden Road
24

Enter roundabout onto US 97 Alt

198 ft · 2 sec · US 97 Alt
25

Continue on US 97 Alt

33 mi · 45 min · US 97 Alt
26

Continue on West Woodin Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Woodin Avenue
27

Turn left onto North Columbia Street

349 ft · 18 sec · North Columbia Street
28

Turn left onto WA 150

1.1 mi · 1 min · West Manson Highway
29

Enter roundabout onto State Route 150

101 ft · 2 sec · State Route 150
30

Continue on State Route 150

6.5 mi · 12 min · State Route 150
31

Continue on Wapato Way

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Wapato Way
32

Arrive at destination

WA 150

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 20-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Tacoma to maximize your daylight and avoid potential traffic. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 59.8 miles on I-90, you can plan your breaks strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you move onto US-97 and US-97 Alt, ensuring you have enough for the longer segments. The estimated fuel cost is $42, so budget accordingly. Since this is a comfortable one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace as needed.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.6 miles from Tacoma, WA, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 44 miles or 57m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 100.6 miles or 2h 1m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manson, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tacoma, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tacoma, WA

This is one driving day of about 201.1 miles and 4h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Tacoma, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 59.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Cle Elum, WA, WA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cle Elum, WA

101 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Redmond, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cle Elum, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.6 miles from Tacoma, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Navarre Coulee Vineyards

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manson, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route

Hours: 12–7 pm

+14062203639

Visit website

Blueberry Hills Farm

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manson, Washington

1.7 mi

Cactus Restaurant Proctor

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tacoma, Washington

2.4 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

The Coffee Cabin

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manson, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+15098883323

Visit website

Naomi Joe Coffee Roasters

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tacoma, Washington

0.8 mi

Cider Press

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manson, Washington

1 mi

Navarre Coulee Vineyards

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Manson, Washington

Hours: 12–7 pm

+14062203639

Visit website

Blueberry Hills Farm

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Manson, Washington

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15096872379

Visit website

Cactus Restaurant Proctor

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+12534589900

Visit website

Ram Restaurant & Brewery

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12537567886

Visit website

Sorrento's Ristorante

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $50 to $10

Chelan, Washington

Hours: 5–8 pm

+15096825409

Visit website

Garlini's Napoletana

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15098841707

Visit website

The Paradise Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15094709595

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12534733078

Visit website

The Coffee Cabin

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Manson, Washington

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+15098883323

Visit website

Naomi Joe Coffee Roasters

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12532373403

Visit website

Cider Press

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Manson, Washington

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15094235911

Visit website

J5 Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Leavenworth, Washington

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15094153485

Visit website

Icicle Coffee & Chocolates

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Leavenworth, Washington

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+15098884664

Visit website

Lupine Market and Café

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Leavenworth, Washington

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15095481875

Visit website

Cafe Seoul

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Federal Way, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12064605185

Visit website

Chevrolet Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.2 mi from route

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18003239935

Visit website

Circle K Electric Vehicle Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

North Bend, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Leavenworth, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

East Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Children's Museum of Tacoma

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12536276031

Visit website

Walla Walla Point Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15096618006

Visit website

Swan Creek Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12533051000

Visit website

Lincoln Heights Park

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12533051000

Visit website

STAR Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12534043939

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 9.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Market Street

Turn right onto Market Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | South 13th Street

Turn left onto South 13th Street

Navigation decision point

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
9.8 mi into trip | ~14m in

Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation

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 142A Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservat...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.09 one way

$84.18 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $44.14 $88.28
premium $5.77 $45.67 $91.33
diesel $5.61 $44.40 $88.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.3 0 $21.12 $9.65
Efficient EV 50.3 0 $17.60 $8.04
EV Truck/SUV 80.4 1 $28.15 $12.87

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Tacoma, WA

Late night in Tacoma on Tuesday

Local time

2:00 AM

PDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Manson, WA

Late night in Manson on Tuesday

Local time

2:00 AM

PDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

22 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 20m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

19 mi from route ~49 min detour Free near mile 27.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 97% of this 201.1-mile trip on major roadways like I-90 and US-97. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is a 59.8-mile segment on I-90, offering a good opportunity for steady progress. While the specific scenery isn't detailed, the profile suggests a drive that emphasizes efficient travel over winding backroads. You'll likely experience a mix of interstate speeds and slightly more varied highway conditions as you transition between the different main roads.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.8 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 97. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Market Street.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 201.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (South 13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Manson, WA, road signs point toward Cle Elum and Leavenworth.

Cle Elum

98.1 mi in | ~1h 58m

Leavenworth

98.1 mi in | ~1h 58m

About the Cities

Starting in Tacoma, WA

Full guide →

Tacoma, a major port on the Puget Sound, is the third-largest city in Washington State, with about 220,000 residents. It has a dynamic art scene and a great ballet.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 201.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 59.8 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Manson, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (South 13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Manson, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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