Origin
Beaverton, OR
Night in Beaverton on Thursday
Local time
11:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaverton, OR to Clackamas, OR
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
31m
Distance
22 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
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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Clackamas, OR
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
This 22-mile journey from Beaverton, OR to Clackamas, OR is a quick hop that can easily be completed in about 31 minutes. It's a straightforward drive, primarily utilizing major freeways like I-5 and I-205, making it an ideal single-day trip. You can expect a low fuel cost, estimated at around $4, given the short distance. The drive focuses heavily on highway travel, offering a practical and efficient way to get between these two Pacific Coast communities. With no designated stops, this route is best suited for those who know exactly where they're going and want to get there quickly.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 22 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with an impressive 88% of the mileage on interstates. You'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads, including the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway and major arteries like I-205. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.4 miles along I-205, allowing for a consistent pace. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel and minimal slowdowns, as the route is designed for direct transit between its endpoints.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 205 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 205 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Hall Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 22 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Hall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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
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
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
7
9.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
8
21.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
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 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 205 | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| I 5 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Broadway Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Lombard Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Hall Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 205
— 11.4 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Clackamas, 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
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 205
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 205
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on this road
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
this road
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.38 one way
$8.77 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.84 | $9.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.86 | $9.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Clackamas, OR
Night in Clackamas on Thursday
Local time
11:45 PM
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
31m 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 Clackamas, OR covers 22 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 205, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, I 5. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 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 $4.38 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 22 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Hall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Beaverton, OR to Clackamas, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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