Origin
Aloha, OR
Evening in Aloha on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aloha, OR to Portland, OR
Drive Time
21m
Distance
11.2 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aloha, OR
Jess Loiterton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Aloha to Portland is a quick 11.2-mile trip that typically takes about 21 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You will primarily utilize the Sunset Highway, Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway, and Southwest Canyon Road to navigate between these two Pacific Coast locations. Because the distance is so short, you certainly won't need an overnight stay, and you can easily budget around $2 for fuel. This route is essentially a local commute, serving as a straightforward connection rather than a long-haul excursion. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this drive offers a practical and efficient path that gets you to your destination with minimal time behind the wheel.
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
5.6 miles from Aloha, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 11.2-mile stretch functions as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring you to stay focused as you navigate transitions between major thoroughfares. Roughly 11 miles of the trip are spent on highways, providing a blend of suburban movement and faster road segments. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted driving stretch for 4.2 miles while on the Sunset Highway. Expect the personality of the road to shift as you move from the local streets onto these busier corridors. It is not an interstate grind, but rather a technical route that demands your attention as you transition between the various highways serving the Portland metro area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunset Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 11.2 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 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Turn left toward OR 217 North: Sunset Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward OR 217 North: Sunset Highway
6
4.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 26 East: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 26 East: Portland
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 26 East: Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 26 East: Portland
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 405 North: Seattle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 405 North: Seattle
8
10.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
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 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Highway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Southwest Canyon Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Stadium Freeway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Everett Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Couch Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 8th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunset Highway
— 4.2 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aloha, OR and Portland, OR.
1
Start on this road
136 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto OR 8
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
3
Continue on OR 8
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on OR 8
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Canyon Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward OR 217 North: Sunset Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto OR 217
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 26 East: Portland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 26 East: Portland
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 26
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Sunset Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 405 North: Seattle
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 405
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Stadium Freeway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Northwest Everett Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Everett Street
14
Turn right onto Northwest 8th Avenue
521 ft
·
27 sec
·
Northwest 8th Avenue
15
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Northwest Couch Street
16
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 21-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to avoid peak traffic hours. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the entire route is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should pay close attention to your GPS to ensure you don't miss any highway transitions. Because the fuel cost is a modest $2, you can easily top off your tank before departure without worrying about your budget. Use the brevity of this trip to your advantage by timing your arrival to beat the heaviest flow of local traffic.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.6 miles from Aloha, OR, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.2 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 11.2 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.6 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portland, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aloha, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Aloha, OR
This is one driving day of about 11.2 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Aloha, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Sunset Highway for about 4.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.6 mi from Aloha, OR · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.6 miles from Aloha, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Portland, OR
The final approach into Portland, 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 Portland, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.23 one way
$4.46 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $2.35 | $4.71 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.46 | $4.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Portland, OR
Evening in Portland on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
21m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Aloha, OR to Portland, OR covers 11.2 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunset Highway, Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway, Southwest Canyon Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.6 miles from Aloha, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 11.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Aloha, OR to Portland, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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