Origin
Gresham, OR
Afternoon in Gresham on Wednesday
Local time
2:33 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gresham, OR to Donald, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
37.4 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gresham, OR
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Donald, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gresham, OR to Donald, OR covers 37.4 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Powell Boulevard, Southeast Powell Boulevard, Southeast 174th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
18.7 miles from Gresham, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 37.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Powell Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Gresham, OR to Donald, OR is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gresham, OR to Donald, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Powell Boulevard | — | — |
| Southeast Powell Boulevard | — | — |
| Southeast 174th Avenue | — | — |
| Southeast Jenne Road | — | — |
| Southeast Foster Road | — | — |
| I 205 South | — | — |
| I 5 South | — | — |
| Aurora | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Powell Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gresham, OR and Donald, OR.
1
Start on the route
118 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Powell Boulevard
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
West Powell Boulevard
3
Continue on Southeast Powell Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Southeast Powell Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Southeast 174th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 174th Avenue
5
Continue on Southeast Jenne Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Jenne Road
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Southeast Foster Road
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Southeast Foster Road
7
Take the ramp left toward I 205 South: Oregon City, Salem
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 205 South: Oregon City, Salem
8
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
21 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Salem
509 ft
·
7 sec
·
I 5 South: Salem
10
Continue on I 5 South: Salem
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5 South: Salem
11
Merge slight left
9.1 mi
·
10 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward Aurora
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Aurora
13
Turn right onto Ehlen Road Northeast
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ehlen Road Northeast
14
Turn left onto Butteville Road Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Butteville Road Northeast
15
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto Williams Street
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
Williams Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 18.7 miles from Gresham, OR, or about 28m into the drive.
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 37 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.7 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Donald, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Gresham, OR.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gresham, OR
This is one driving day of about 37.4 miles and 56m.
At 37.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.7 mi from Gresham, OR · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Gresham, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Donald, OR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Donald, 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
$7.45 one way
$14.90 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $7.88 | $15.77 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.23 | $16.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Donald, OR
Afternoon in Donald on Wednesday
Local time
2:33 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°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
2 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
56m 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 Gresham, OR to Donald, OR covers 37.4 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Powell Boulevard, Southeast Powell Boulevard, Southeast 174th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.7 miles from Gresham, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.45 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.
The drive from Gresham, OR to Donald, OR is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gresham, OR to Donald, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gresham, OR to Donald, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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