Trip from Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR

Q: How long is the trip from Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR?

The drive from Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR covers 12.7 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are South Highway 99E, McLoughlin Boulevard, Southeast 1st Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 6.3 miles from Gladstone, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR?

The route from Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

23m

Distance

12.7 mi

20 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min

4 AM

0h 21m ★

6 AM

0h 23m

8 AM

0h 27m

10 AM

0h 25m

12 PM

0h 24m

3 PM

0h 25m

5 PM

0h 27m

8 PM

0h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This short 12.7-mile drive from Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR takes about 23 minutes, making it an easy addition to your Pacific Coast explorations within Oregon. With a modest fuel cost of around $3, this route is perfect for a spontaneous afternoon trip rather than requiring an overnight stay. You'll be navigating primarily on South Highway 99E, McLoughlin Boulevard, and Southeast 1st Avenue, offering a mixed driving experience. The majority of this journey is spent on local roads, with a significant portion on Highway 99E. Consider this a straightforward, practical connection within the region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

6.3 miles from Gladstone, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .

Drive Character

The character of this 12.7-mile journey is a mixed drive, with 41% of it on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 5.2 miles on South Highway 99E, offering a more continuous experience before transitioning to other main roads. Expect a blend of faster highway segments and more local, potentially slower-paced sections as you make your way toward Barlow. This route isn't about dramatic scenery changes but rather a functional progression through the Pacific Coast landscape of Oregon.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Highway 99E is the longest continuous segment at about 5.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Dartmouth Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 (West Dartmouth Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Dartmouth Street

Turn right onto West Dartmouth Street

Navigation decision point

5

1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | 14th Street

Turn left onto 14th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

6

1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | Main Street

Turn right onto Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

7

12.5 mi into trip | ~22m in | South Barlow Road

Merge onto South Barlow Road

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

4

12.6 mi into trip | ~22m in | West 1st Street

Turn right onto West 1st Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Highway 99E	5.2 mi	7m
McLoughlin Boulevard	3.5 mi	6m
Southeast 1st Avenue	0.9 mi	2m
Southwest 1st Avenue	0.9 mi	1m
Southwest Pacific Highway East	0.7 mi	<1m
Main Street	0.6 mi	1m
West Dartmouth Street	0.4 mi	1m
South Barlow Road	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: South Highway 99E — 5.2 mi, about 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gladstone, OR and Barlow, OR.

1

Start on Portland Avenue

163 ft · 11 sec · Portland Avenue

2

Turn right onto West Dartmouth Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Dartmouth Street

3

Turn left onto OR 99E

1.1 mi · 2 min · McLoughlin Boulevard

4

Turn left onto 14th Street

200 ft · 8 sec · 14th Street

Use the left lane.

5

Turn right onto Main Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

6

Turn left onto OR 99E

2.4 mi · 4 min · McLoughlin Boulevard

7

Continue on OR 99E

5.2 mi · 7 min · South Highway 99E

8

Continue on OR 99E

0.9 mi · 2 min · Southeast 1st Avenue

9

Continue on OR 99E

0.9 mi · 1 min · Southwest 1st Avenue

10

Continue on OR 99E

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Pacific Highway East

11

Merge onto OR 99E

0.7 mi · 55 sec · Southwest Pacific Highway East

12

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec

13

Merge onto South Barlow Road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · South Barlow Road

Use the right lane.

14

Turn right onto West 1st Street

522 ft · 22 sec · West 1st Street

15

Arrive at destination

East 1st Street

Trip Plan

With a quick 23-minute travel time, you have plenty of flexibility for when you depart. There are no designated stops on this route, so you can decide on the fly if you need to pull over. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is only $3, indicating you won't need extensive refueling stops. A specific tip for this drive: be aware that South Highway 99E can experience local traffic, so factor that into your timing if you have a firm arrival commitment in Barlow.

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 6.3 miles from Gladstone, OR, or about 12m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.2 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 12.7 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6.3 miles or 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barlow, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Gladstone, OR.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Gladstone, OR

This is one driving day of about 12.7 miles and 23m.

At 12.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.

The longest stretch is on South Highway 99E for about 5.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.3 mi from Gladstone, OR · 12m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Oregon City, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oregon City, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.3 miles from Gladstone, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Barlow, OR

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Barlow, OR if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.53 one way

$5.06 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$2.68	$5.36
premium	$5.59	$2.80	$5.59
diesel	$5.61	$2.80	$5.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$28–$53

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	3.8	$1.33	$0.61
Efficient EV	3.2	$1.11	$0.51
EV Truck/SUV	5.1	$1.78	$0.81

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Gladstone, OR

Afternoon in Gladstone on Wednesday

Local time

2:52 PM

PDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Barlow, OR

Afternoon in Barlow on Wednesday

Local time

2:52 PM

PDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

17 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

23m 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 Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR covers 12.7 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Highway 99E, McLoughlin Boulevard, Southeast 1st Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 6.3 miles from Gladstone, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.53 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 (West Dartmouth Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Gladstone, OR to Barlow, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.