Origin
Albany, OR
Evening in Albany on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
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1h 26m
Distance
67.6 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
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Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
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If you are traveling from Albany to West Slope, you are looking at a 67.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stop. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel will cover your expenses for the duration of the drive. Since both locations are situated within the Pacific Coast region, you will remain in a familiar environment throughout the transit. Navigating this path requires a blend of local roads and highway segments, making it a straightforward trek for those comfortable with varied road types.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.8 miles from Albany, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend most of your time on OR 99E, which accounts for the longest single stretch of 57.8 miles. Highway driving makes up only 7% of the total distance, so prepare for a slower pace as you transition onto the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway and eventually Southwest Canyon Road. The character of the road shifts noticeably as you leave the quieter stretches and enter the more populated areas near your destination. It is a technical drive that keeps you engaged through constant adjustments rather than long, high-speed intervals.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Salem Avenue Southeast.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Salem Avenue Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto OR 99E
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Albany, OR to West Slope, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
Beaverton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99E | 57.8 mi | 1h 8m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Canyon Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Albany-Junction City Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Albany Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pacific Boulevard Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and West Slope, OR.
Start on 2nd Avenue Southwest
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Continue on Salem Avenue Southeast
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
Turn left onto OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Take the exit onto OR 99E
Take the exit
Merge onto OR 217
Take the exit
Turn right onto OR 8
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. You won't need to worry about planning formal rest stops because the drive is quick, but having your $13 fuel budget ready before you leave will keep your trip seamless. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert, especially when navigating the final transitions onto Southwest Canyon Road. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by choosing your own departure time based on when you prefer to arrive in West Slope. Staying focused on the frequent turns throughout the 67.6-mile trek will ensure you reach your destination safely and efficiently.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 67.6 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.8 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Slope, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Albany, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Albany, OR
This is one driving day of about 67.6 miles and 1h 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.8 mi from Albany, OR · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
The final approach into West Slope, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around West Slope, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$13.45 one way
$26.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $14.21 | $28.41 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.87 | $29.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.02 | $30.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $4.33 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Albany on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in West Slope on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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