Origin
Beaverton, OR
Late night in Beaverton on Saturday
Local time
3:34 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaverton, OR to Albany, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
66.5 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beaverton, OR
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Albany, OR
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Trip Overview
Beaverton, OR to Albany, OR is 66.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 24 minutes via I 5, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route primarily uses I 5, offering a straightforward journey between two points within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon. Expect a highway-focused drive that's ideal for a same-day trip, whether you're heading south for a specific destination or just looking for a short transit. Given the relatively short distance and quick travel time, this is a practical option for getting from the Portland metro area further into the Willamette Valley.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 66.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of your journey on major roads like I 5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 57.4 miles on I 5, making for a consistent pace. While the main roads are efficient, they offer a functional rather than scenic experience. Salem Avenue Southeast will be your final approach as you near Albany. Overall, expect a smooth, high-speed transit experience for the majority of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 57.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Hall Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Southwest Hall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Southwest Hall Boulevard
Turn right onto Southwest Hall Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
5.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 57.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 1st Avenue East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| OR 99E | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Broadway Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Lombard Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 57.4 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Albany, OR.
1
Start on OR 10
75 ft
·
6 sec
·
Southwest Farmington Road
2
Turn right onto Southwest Hall Boulevard
221 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Hall Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Southwest Broadway Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Southwest Broadway Street
4
Turn right onto Southwest Lombard Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Southwest Lombard Avenue
5
Turn left onto OR 10
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto OR 217
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 5
57 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto OR 99E
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
OR 99E
Toward OR 99E: Albany
11
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
508 ft
·
19 sec
·
Albany Avenue
12
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
13
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
14
Continue on Main Street Southeast
491 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
15
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue East
16
Turn left onto US 20
283 ft
·
14 sec
·
Ellsworth Street Southwest;Albany-Corvallis Highway
17
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
18
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.2 mi from Beaverton, OR · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Beaverton, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Albany, OR
The final approach into Albany, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.25 one way
$26.50 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.68 | $29.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.98 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.31 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Albany, OR
Late night in Albany on Saturday
Local time
3:34 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°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
1 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
1h 24m 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 Beaverton, OR to Albany, OR covers 66.5 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Salem Avenue Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.2 miles from Beaverton, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.25 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 66.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Southwest Hall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Beaverton, OR to Albany, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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