Best way to get from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA
Find the best ways to travel from Tukwila WA to Tacoma WA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Tukwila to Tacoma. Estimated travel time is 34 minutes, with a price of $61 and a distance of 24 miles.
Public transportation: Use Sound Transit’s Route 590 from Tukwila to Tacoma. The trip takes approximately 1 hour and costs $3. The distance covered is about 30 miles.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Tukwila and Tacoma, offering a travel time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes. Prices start at approximately $15, covering a distance of about 30 miles.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Tacoma, WA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
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Getting from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Tacoma, WA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Tukwila, WA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
Average Travel Time
34 minutes
Average Route Price
$61
Average Route Distance
24 miles
How to get from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA
Compare ride options getting from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$61
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
$75
Uber Electric
Sustainable rides in electric vehicles
$64
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$73
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Tukwila, WA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Tukwila, WA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA?
The average price for this trip is $61. Open the Uber app and input Tacoma, WA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA?
The most affordable ride choice from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA is taxi.
- How long does it take to get from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA?
The average duration for this ride is 34 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Tukwila, WA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Tacoma, WA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Tukwila, WA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Tukwila, WA, you can request a ride from Tukwila, WA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Tukwila, WA to Tacoma, WA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Tukwila, WA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Tacoma, WA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
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