Origin
Beaverton, OR
Morning in Beaverton on Friday
Local time
9:36 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaverton, OR to Fruitdale, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
245 mi
394 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m
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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Fruitdale, OR
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Trip Overview
This 245-mile journey from Beaverton, Oregon to Fruitdale, Oregon will take you approximately 4 hours and 52 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing I-5, the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, and Grants Pass Parkway, this route is almost entirely highway, making it an efficient drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $49, it's a manageable trip for a single day, though you could easily break it up if desired. The drive stays within the Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
122.5 miles from Beaverton, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 52m. Total distance: 245 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 99% of this route. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 235.5 miles on I-5, which forms the backbone of this journey. This means consistent speeds and a largely predictable road surface. While predominantly interstate, the initial and final segments may incorporate local freeway connections, but the overall character is one of efficient, high-speed travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 235.5 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
6/10
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 245 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 0.6 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 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
7
0.6 mi into trip
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~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
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~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
6
242.4 mi into trip
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~4h 47m in
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Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Keep slight right at fork onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2 toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches,...
6
244.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 50m in
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Parkdale Drive
Turn left onto Parkdale Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 235.5 mi | 4h 35m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Grants Pass Parkway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Rogue River Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Parkdale Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Broadway Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 235.5 mi, about 4h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Fruitdale, 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
236 mi
·
4 hr 35 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
296 ft
·
5 sec
·
Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
12
Merge onto US 199
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Grants Pass Parkway
13
Turn left onto Parkdale Drive
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Parkdale Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto OR 99
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rogue River Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left
77 ft
·
5 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 52-minute duration, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination or to avoid any potential traffic near urban areas. With only one recommended stop and a long uninterrupted stretch on I-5, plan your fuel and rest breaks strategically before you begin the 235.5-mile segment. The $49 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122.5 miles from Beaverton, OR, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 235.5 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 54 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.5 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fruitdale, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beaverton, 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 Beaverton, OR
This is one driving day of about 245 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Beaverton, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 235.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 122.5 mi from Beaverton, OR · 2h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.5 miles from Beaverton, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 235.5 miles.
Arriving in Fruitdale, OR
The final approach into Fruitdale, 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 Fruitdale, OR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.81 one way
$97.61 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $51.65 | $103.31 |
| premium | $5.59 | $53.93 | $107.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.09 | $108.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.5 | 0 | $25.72 | $11.76 |
| Efficient EV | 61.3 | 0 | $21.44 | $9.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98 | 1 | $34.30 | $15.68 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Fruitdale, OR
Morning in Fruitdale on Friday
Local time
9:36 AM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Cottage Grove, OR
123 mi in
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
18 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
4h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Fruitdale, OR covers 245 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Grants Pass Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.5 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 $48.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 245 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 0.6 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 Fruitdale, 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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