Origin
Gresham, OR
Afternoon in Gresham on Sunday
Local time
4:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gresham, OR to Halsey, OR
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
99.8 mi
161 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gresham, OR
El Puerto de Santa María
Halsey, OR
David Lyutov
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the Pacific Coast region, the 99.8-mile drive from Gresham to Halsey is a convenient option. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 9 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-5, I-205, and Southeast Foster Road to navigate between these two Oregon locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it is an affordable trek for a quick getaway. Because this route is entirely contained within the Pacific Coast region, the transit feels familiar and consistent throughout your journey.
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
49.9 miles from Gresham, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 88% of your journey spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will find that the roads are built for efficiency rather than meandering, highlighted by a significant 71.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-5. While the initial leg involves navigating local connections like Southeast Foster Road, the experience quickly transitions into a steady, interstate-heavy rhythm. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers. You can expect a consistent pace once you merge onto the main arterial highways for the bulk of your nearly 100-mile trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 71.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 26 / West Powell Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 99.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 (US 26 / West Powell Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Southeast 174th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (Southeast Foster Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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US 26 / West Powell Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto US 26 / West Powell Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
2.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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Southeast 174th Avenue
Turn left onto Southeast 174th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Southeast Foster Road
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Foster Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
7.9 mi into trip
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~17m in
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Southeast 94th Avenue
Take the ramp onto Southeast 94th Avenue toward I 205 South: Oregon City, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 205 South: Oregon City, Salem
7
24.8 mi into trip
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~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Gresham, OR to Halsey, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
Salem
7.9 mi in
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~17m
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via Southeast 94th Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 71.1 mi | 1h 22m |
| I 205 | 16.6 mi | 21m |
| Southeast Foster Road | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| West Powell Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Halsey-Sweet Home Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Jenne Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 174th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 94th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 71.1 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gresham, OR and Halsey, OR.
1
Start on this road
118 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 26
2.7 mi
·
6 min
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West Powell Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 26
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Southeast Powell Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Southeast 174th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 174th Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Southeast Jenne Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Southeast Jenne Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Foster Road
3.6 mi
·
7 min
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Southeast Foster Road
Use the none lane.
7
Take the ramp onto Southeast 94th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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Southeast 94th Avenue
Toward I 205 South: Oregon City, Salem
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto I 205
17 mi
·
21 min
·
I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
508 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on this road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
11
Merge onto I 5
71 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward OR 228: Halsey, Brownsville
13
Turn right onto OR 228
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Halsey-Sweet Home Highway
14
Turn left onto OR 99E
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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West 2nd Street
15
Turn left onto West G Street
5 ft
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0 sec
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West G Street
16
Arrive at destination
West G Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to cover the 99.8-mile distance, you can easily complete the drive in one go if you prefer. Keep in mind that since the majority of your time is spent on I-5, traffic flow on that corridor will dictate your arrival time more than any other factor. Budgeting $20 for fuel should be sufficient for the average vehicle, but keep an eye on your tank before hitting the long 71.1-mile interstate stretch. Aiming to avoid peak commuting hours will help ensure you maintain the estimated 2-hour and 9-minute travel time.
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 49.9 miles from Gresham, OR, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.1 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.9 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halsey, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gresham, 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 Gresham, OR
This is one driving day of about 99.8 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gresham, 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 I 5 for about 71.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.9 mi from Gresham, OR · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 49.9 miles from Gresham, 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 71.1 miles.
Arriving in Halsey, OR
The final approach into Halsey, 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 Halsey, 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
$19.86 one way
$39.72 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $20.97 | $41.95 |
| premium | $5.59 | $21.95 | $43.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.17 | $44.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.48 | $4.79 |
| Efficient EV | 25 | 0 | $8.73 | $3.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.97 | $6.39 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Halsey, OR
Afternoon in Halsey on Sunday
Local time
4:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
58°F
King City, OR
50 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
5 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
2h 9m 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 Halsey, OR covers 99.8 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 205, Southeast Foster Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.9 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 $19.86 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 99.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 (US 26 / West Powell Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Southeast 174th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (Southeast Foster Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Gresham, OR to Halsey, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
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