Origin
Beaverton, OR
Evening in Beaverton on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaverton, OR to Oregon City, OR
Drive Time
28m
Distance
18.8 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beaverton, OR
@coldbeer
Oregon City, OR
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
Connecting Beaverton and Oregon City, this 18.8-mile journey is a straightforward transit across the Pacific Coast region. With a travel time of approximately 28 minutes, it functions perfectly as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You will primarily utilize a combination of the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, I-5, and I-205 to reach your destination. Budgeting around $4 for fuel makes this a very economical commute. Since the total distance is so short, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing to plan for extended rest periods.
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
9.4 miles from Beaverton, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. Expect a functional, interstate-heavy experience rather than a winding scenic byway. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 7.3 miles on I-205, which helps maintain a steady pace throughout the drive. Because the route relies so heavily on high-speed infrastructure, you should be prepared for a consistent, utilitarian drive. The transition between freeways is the primary challenge, requiring you to stay alert for merging traffic as you move between the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, I-5, and I-205.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 7.3 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 around 0.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 18.8 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 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; at 9.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
|
~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
17.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward OR 43: West Linn, Lake Oswego
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 8
Toward OR 43: West Linn, Lake Oswego
7
18.6 mi into trip
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~27m in
|
10th Street
Turn right onto 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Beaverton, OR to Oregon City, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Lake Oswego along the way.
Lake Oswego
17.7 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 205 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| I 5 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Singer Hill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Oregon City Bridge | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Broadway Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 205
— 7.3 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Oregon City, 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 none / 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 none / 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
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 205
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 8
Toward OR 43: West Linn, Lake Oswego
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto OR 43
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
Willamette Drive
14
Continue on OR 43
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Willamette Drive
15
Turn slight left onto OR 43
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oregon City Bridge
16
Continue on OR 43
371 ft
·
12 sec
·
7th Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto Railroad Avenue
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
18
Turn right onto Main Street
332 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
19
Turn right onto 10th Street
173 ft
·
5 sec
·
10th Street
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on Singer Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Singer Hill Road
21
Turn right onto 7th Street
102 ft
·
3 sec
·
7th Street
22
Arrive at destination
7th Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 28-minute duration, you have significant flexibility regarding when you choose to depart. If you want to avoid peak traffic congestion on these major interstates, try to time your drive outside of standard commuting hours. Since there are no mandatory stops required for this 18.8-mile trip, you can travel continuously without planning for extended rest breaks. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind for the round trip to ensure your vehicle is ready for the road. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor traffic reports for I-205 before heading out, as this stretch often experiences the most significant volume changes during the day.
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 9.4 miles from Beaverton, OR, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.3 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 18.8 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.4 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oregon City, 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.
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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 18.8 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beaverton, 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 I 205 for about 7.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.4 mi from Beaverton, OR · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.4 miles from Beaverton, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oregon City, OR
The final approach into Oregon City, 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 Oregon City, 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
$3.74 one way
$7.48 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.14 | $8.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.18 | $8.35 |
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: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
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
Oregon City, OR
Evening in Oregon City on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
PDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
58°F
King City, OR
9 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
19 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
28m 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 Oregon City, OR covers 18.8 miles and takes about 28m 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 9.4 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 $3.74 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 15 significant decision points across 18.8 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 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; at 9.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Beaverton, OR to Oregon City, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Lake Oswego along the way.
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