Origin
Forest Grove, OR
Afternoon in Forest Grove on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forest Grove, OR to Tigard, OR
Drive Time
41m
Distance
26.9 mi
43 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forest Grove, OR
chickenbunny
Tigard, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Forest Grove to Tigard, you are looking at a quick 26.9-mile transit across the Pacific Coast region. The trip typically takes around 41 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will navigate via a combination of Northwest Sunset Highway, the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, and Northwest Zion Church Road. With a fuel cost of approximately $5, this is an incredibly budget-friendly route for local commuters or weekend explorers. Because the total duration is under an hour, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics. It is a straightforward, functional drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
13.5 miles from Forest Grove, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While 20% of your journey is spent on highways, the majority of your time involves navigating local roads that require your full attention. You will encounter your longest stretch of highway early on, covering 9.9 miles on Northwest Sunset Highway. The character of the road shifts noticeably as you transition from the more rural feel of the start toward the busier corridors near Tigard. Be prepared for a mix of technical maneuvering and shorter high-speed segments that define this 41-minute connection.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest Sunset Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 9.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 1.5 miles in near OR 47 / Quince Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 26.9 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 1.5 miles (OR 47 / Quince Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
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OR 47 / Quince Street
Turn left onto OR 47 / Quince Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
20.4 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
8
26.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward OR 99W: Tigard, McMinnville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward OR 99W: Tigard, McMinnville
7
26.4 mi into trip
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~39m in
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OR 99W / Southwest Pacific Highway
Turn right onto OR 99W / Southwest Pacific Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
26.6 mi into trip
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~39m in
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Southwest Main Street
Turn left onto Southwest Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Forest Grove, OR to Tigard, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
Salem
20.4 mi in
|
~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Sunset Highway | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Northwest Zion Church Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Martin Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Cornelius Schefflin Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Scotch Church Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Jackson School Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 19th Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Northwest Sunset Highway
— 9.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest Grove, OR and Tigard, OR.
1
Start on OR 8
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
Pacific Avenue
2
Turn left onto Council Street
470 ft
·
25 sec
·
Council Street
3
Turn left onto OR 8
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
19th Avenue
4
Continue on OR 8
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
19th Way
5
Turn slight right onto OR 8
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Pacific Avenue
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto OR 47
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Quince Street
Use the left lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto Northwest Martin Road
28 ft
·
0 sec
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Northwest Martin Road
8
Continue on Northwest Martin Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest Martin Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Northwest Verboort Road
6 ft
·
0 sec
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Northwest Verboort Road
10
Continue on Northwest Verboort Road
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
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Northwest Verboort Road
11
Enter roundabout onto Northwest Cornelius Schefflin Road
283 ft
·
3 sec
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Northwest Cornelius Schefflin Road
12
Continue on Northwest Cornelius Schefflin Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest Cornelius Schefflin Road
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on Northwest Zion Church Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest Zion Church Road
14
Continue on Northwest Scotch Church Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest Scotch Church Road
15
Enter roundabout onto Northwest Jackson School Road
267 ft
·
5 sec
·
Northwest Jackson School Road
16
Continue on Northwest Jackson School Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Northwest Jackson School Road
17
Take the ramp onto Northwest Jackson School Road
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Northwest Jackson School Road
Toward US 26 East: Portland
18
Merge onto US 26
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 69A
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto OR 217
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the none lane.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 6
Toward OR 99W: Tigard, McMinnville
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto OR 99W
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Southwest Pacific Highway
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto Southwest Main Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Southwest Main Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto Southwest Commercial Street
226 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Commercial Street
25
Arrive at destination
Southwest Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 26.9-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling. You can easily complete the entire route in one go without needing dedicated rest stops, as there are no formal stops scheduled. Keep in mind that because the route relies heavily on local roads, traffic patterns can shift quickly, so checking your GPS before you head out is a smart move. Given the low $5 fuel estimate, it is a great time to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Forest Grove. Use the simplicity of the drive to your advantage by planning your departure around peak commute hours to ensure your 41-minute estimate remains accurate.
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 13.5 miles from Forest Grove, OR, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.9 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 26.9 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.5 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tigard, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Forest Grove, 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 Forest Grove, OR
This is one driving day of about 26.9 miles and 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Forest Grove, 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 Northwest Sunset Highway for about 9.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.5 mi from Forest Grove, OR · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.5 miles from Forest Grove, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tigard, OR
The final approach into Tigard, 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 Tigard, 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
$5.35 one way
$10.71 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $5.65 | $11.31 |
| premium | $5.59 | $5.92 | $11.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.98 | $11.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tigard, OR
Afternoon in Tigard on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
41m 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 Forest Grove, OR to Tigard, OR covers 26.9 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northwest Sunset Highway, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Northwest Zion Church Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.5 miles from Forest Grove, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.35 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 17 significant decision points across 26.9 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 1.5 miles (OR 47 / Quince Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Forest Grove, OR to Tigard, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
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