Origin
Barlow, OR
Afternoon in Barlow on Wednesday
Local time
4:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barlow, OR to Happy Valley, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
33m
Distance
19.6 mi
32 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barlow, OR
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Happy Valley, OR
damien Saillet
Trip Overview
The drive from Barlow, OR to Happy Valley, OR covers 19.6 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Highway 99E, Abernethy Bridge, South McLoughlin Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.2 miles on South Highway 99E. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.90 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9.8 miles from Barlow, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 33m drive with frequent turns across 19.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Highway 99E is the longest continuous segment at about 5.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near OR 99E / Southwest Pacific Highway East.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.3 miles (OR 99E / Southwest Pacific Highway East): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 11 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.2 miles (I 205 / Abernethy Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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OR 99E / Southwest Pacific Highway East
Turn sharp left onto OR 99E / Southwest Pacific Highway East
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
11 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Enter roundabout toward I 205 North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward I 205 North
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 205 / Abernethy Bridge
Merge onto I 205 / Abernethy Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
16.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward Sunnybrook Boulevard, Sunnyside Road
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 14
Toward Sunnybrook Boulevard, Sunnyside Road
5
16.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Southeast Sunnybrook Boulevard
Turn right onto Southeast Sunnybrook Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Highway 99E | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Abernethy Bridge | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| South McLoughlin Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Southeast 1st Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Pacific Highway East | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 1st Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 129th Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Sunnyside Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
South Highway 99E
— 5.2 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barlow, OR and Happy Valley, OR.
1
Start on East 1st Street
522 ft
·
28 sec
·
East 1st Street
2
Turn left onto South Barlow Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Barlow Road
3
Turn sharp left onto OR 99E
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Pacific Highway East
4
Continue on OR 99E
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 1st Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on OR 99E
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 1st Avenue
6
Continue on OR 99E
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Highway 99E
7
Continue on OR 99E
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South McLoughlin Boulevard
8
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
9
Turn left onto 7th Street
371 ft
·
11 sec
·
7th Street
10
Continue on OR 43
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oregon City Bridge
11
Turn slight right onto OR 43
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Willamette Drive
Use the straight lane.
12
Enter roundabout
275 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 205 North
13
Continue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 205 North
14
Merge onto I 205
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Abernethy Bridge
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 14
Toward Sunnybrook Boulevard, Sunnyside Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Southeast Sunnybrook Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Sunnybrook Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Southeast Sunnyside Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Sunnyside Road
18
Turn sharp left onto Southeast 122nd Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 122nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on Southeast 129th Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 129th Avenue
20
Enter roundabout onto Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
21
Continue on Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
99 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
22
Arrive at destination
Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
Trip Plan
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 9.8 miles from Barlow, OR, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.2 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 19.6 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.8 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Happy Valley, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Barlow, OR.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barlow, OR
This is one driving day of about 19.6 miles and 33m.
At 19.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on South Highway 99E for about 5.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.8 mi from Barlow, OR · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.8 miles from Barlow, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Happy Valley, OR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Happy Valley, OR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.90 one way
$7.81 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.31 | $8.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.33 | $8.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Happy Valley, OR
Afternoon in Happy Valley on Wednesday
Local time
4:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
6 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
33m 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 Barlow, OR to Happy Valley, OR covers 19.6 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Highway 99E, Abernethy Bridge, South McLoughlin Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.8 miles from Barlow, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.90 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (OR 99E / Southwest Pacific Highway East): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 11 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.2 miles (I 205 / Abernethy Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Barlow, OR to Happy Valley, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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