Origin
Beaverton, OR
Late night in Beaverton on Friday
Local time
3:48 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
154 mi
248 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Redmond, OR
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Beaverton, OR to Redmond, OR is 154 miles and takes about 3h 45m via Warm Springs Highway, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region of Oregon to another part of the Pacific Coast, primarily utilizing local highways. Expect a route with numerous turns and a driving experience that feels more like navigating local roads than a typical interstate journey. It's a manageable one-day trip, perfect if you prefer not to rush and want some flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77 miles from Beaverton, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 45m. Total distance: 154 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns rather than cruising on long, straight stretches. With only a 6% highway share, most of your time will be spent on local roads like Warm Springs Highway, Mount Hood Highway, and The Dalles-California Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 46.7 miles on Warm Springs Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you resume navigating curves. Expect the road to feel more intimate and winding as you progress.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 154 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 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles (Stadium Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork toward US 26 East: Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto Stadium Freeway toward I 5 North, I 84 East: The Dalles, Seattle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portland Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The Dalles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward 238th Drive, Wood Village
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Beaverton, OR and Redmond, OR, road signs point toward Portland Airport, The Dalles and Wood Village.
Portland Airport
The Dalles
Wood Village
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warm Springs Highway | 46.7 mi | 1h 4m |
| Mount Hood Highway | 39.6 mi | 56m |
| The Dalles-California Highway | 25.4 mi | 36m |
| Northwest Warm Springs Highway | 13.3 mi | 19m |
| Banfield Freeway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Columbia River Highway | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Sunset Highway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Hogan Drive | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Redmond, OR.
Start on OR 10
Turn right onto Southwest Hall Boulevard
Turn right onto OR 8
Turn left
Merge onto OR 217
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on US 26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 26
Merge onto I 405; US 26
Take the exit onto Stadium Freeway
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on I 84; US 30
Continue on I 84; US 30
Take the exit
Turn right onto Northeast 238th Drive
Continue on Northeast 242nd Drive
Continue on Northeast Hogan Drive
Turn slight left onto Northeast Burnside Road
Continue on Southeast Mount Hood Highway
Continue on US 26
Continue on US 26
Continue on US 26
Continue on US 26
Continue on US 26
Continue on US 26; US 97
Continue on US 26; US 97
Continue on US 26; US 97
Turn right onto Southwest Evergreen Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given this is a one-day drive of 154 miles, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aiming for a morning departure will give you ample time to complete the roughly 3 hour and 45 minute drive and still have daylight to spare. While the longest stretch is under 50 miles, be mindful of the overall 'turn-heavy local drive' profile; don't underestimate the time it takes to cover distance when you're frequently adjusting your steering. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto Warm Springs Highway, as it contains the longest segment without a quick turn-off.
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.
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 34 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77 miles or 1h 54m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redmond, OR than in the middle of the route.
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.
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 154 miles and 3h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77 mi from Beaverton, OR · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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.
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 77 miles from Beaverton, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Redmond, 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 Redmond, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$30.68 one way
$61.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $32.47 | $64.93 |
| premium | $5.59 | $33.90 | $67.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.00 | $68.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.17 | $7.39 |
| Efficient EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.56 | $9.86 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Beaverton on Friday
Local time
3:48 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Redmond on Friday
Local time
3:48 AM
PDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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