Origin
Bethany, OR
Afternoon in Bethany on Sunday
Local time
4:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethany, OR to Grants Pass, OR
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
249.3 mi
401 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 45m
★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 6m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 25m
8 PM
4h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethany, OR
Amoria Made
Grants Pass, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bethany to Grants Pass covers 249.3 miles across the Pacific Coast region of Oregon. You should anticipate a drive time of roughly 4 hours and 58 minutes, making it a manageable journey for a single day behind the wheel. Expect to budget approximately $50 for fuel to complete the trip. Because the route is highly efficient, it serves as a straightforward transit rather than a multi-day excursion. Whether you are heading south for business or a quick getaway, the direct nature of this path ensures you reach your destination without the need for an overnight stop.
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
124.7 miles from Bethany, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive that relies heavily on major thoroughfares like I-5, the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, and the Northwest Sunset Highway. With 97% of your time spent on highways, you will experience a consistent, high-speed pace throughout the journey. The experience is defined by a massive 233.5-mile stretch on I-5, which dominates the vast majority of your time on the road. Do not expect technical local roads or winding back-country paths; instead, prepare for a steady, interstate-heavy transit that allows for efficient mileage accumulation. It is a functional route built for speed and reliability.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 233.5 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 249.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 26 East: Portland
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 26 East: Portland
8
6.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the exit toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
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 69A
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
6
13.2 mi into trip
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~19m 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
247.2 mi into trip
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~4h 53m in
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OR 99
Take the exit onto OR 99 toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, Cit...
6
249.3 mi into trip
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~4h 58m in
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Southwest H Street
Turn right onto Southwest H Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 233.5 mi | 4h 33m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Northwest Sunset Highway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Northwest 185th Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| OR 99 | 1 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 4th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Washington Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Savage Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 233.5 mi, about 4h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethany, OR and Grants Pass, OR.
1
Start on Northwest 185th Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Northwest 185th Avenue
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 26 East: Portland
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Merge onto US 26
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 69A
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto OR 217
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 5
234 mi
·
4 hr 33 min
·
I 5
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto OR 99
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
OR 99
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City Center
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwest Savage Street
10
Turn left onto Northwest Washington Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Northwest Washington Boulevard
11
Continue on Northwest 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 4th Street
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Southwest H Street
196 ft
·
8 sec
·
Southwest H Street
Use the none lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Southwest H Street
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip is simple given that you only need one primary stop along the way. Since you are facing a nearly five-hour trek, leaving early in the morning will help you avoid the peak traffic often found on the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway and I-5 corridors. Stay mindful of your fuel gauge, as the long, uninterrupted 233.5-mile section on the interstate means you should plan your refueling stop strategically before hitting the longest segments. Because you have the flexibility of a single-day trip, feel free to pace your one stop based on your own comfort levels rather than a rigid schedule. Keeping your departure time flexible will ensure you navigate the busier urban stretches with much less stress.
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 124.7 miles from Bethany, OR, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 233.5 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.7 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grants Pass, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bethany, 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 Bethany, OR
This is one driving day of about 249.3 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bethany, 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 233.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 124.7 mi from Bethany, OR · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 124.7 miles from Bethany, 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 233.5 miles.
Arriving in Grants Pass, OR
The final approach into Grants Pass, 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 Grants Pass, 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
$49.61 one way
$99.23 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
87 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $52.39 | $104.78 |
| premium | $5.59 | $54.84 | $109.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.39 | $110.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.8 | 0 | $26.18 | $11.97 |
| Efficient EV | 62.3 | 0 | $21.81 | $9.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.7 | 1 | $34.90 | $15.96 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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
Grants Pass, OR
Afternoon in Grants Pass on Sunday
Local time
4:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Cottage Grove, OR
125 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
4 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 58m 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 Bethany, OR to Grants Pass, OR covers 249.3 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Northwest Sunset Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 124.7 miles from Bethany, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.61 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 249.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bethany, OR to Grants Pass, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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