Origin
Gresham, OR
Afternoon in Gresham on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gresham, OR to Yoncalla, OR
Drive Time
3h 24m
Distance
162.9 mi
262 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 12m
★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 33m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 34m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 17m
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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Yoncalla, OR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Gresham to Yoncalla, you are looking at a straightforward 162.9-mile journey across the Pacific Coast region. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable one-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $32, the trip is quite economical for a solo driver or a small group. You will primarily utilize I-5, I-205, and Southeast Foster Road to navigate your way south. Since the entire drive remains within the same region, you won't experience drastic shifts in climate or landscape, which keeps the logistics simple and stress-free for a quick getaway.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.4 miles from Gresham, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 92% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a rhythm once you merge onto I-5, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 133 miles. While the initial leg involves navigating local connections like Southeast Foster Road, the vast majority of the mileage is a steady interstate experience. Because the road is engineered for efficiency rather than technical complexity, you can expect a consistent and predictable pace. It is the kind of drive where you can easily find your cruise control settings and maintain steady momentum until you reach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 133 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 12 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 162.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 12 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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~0m in
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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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 133 mi | 2h 34m |
| I 205 | 16.6 mi | 21m |
| Southeast Foster Road | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Powell Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Southeast Jenne Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 174th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Anlauf Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 133 mi, about 2h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gresham, OR and Yoncalla, OR.
1
Start on this road
118 ft
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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
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1 min
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Southeast 174th Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Southeast Jenne Road
0.9 mi
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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
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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
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21 min
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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
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this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
11
Merge onto I 5
133 mi
·
2 hr 34 min
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I 5
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Scotts Valley, Elkhead
13
Turn left onto CR 25
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Anlauf Road
14
Continue on CR 7
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Elkhead Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Eagle Valley Road
16
Turn left onto Third Street
323 ft
·
16 sec
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Third Street
17
Turn right onto Alder Street
238 ft
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10 sec
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Alder Street
18
Arrive at destination
Alder Street
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 3-hour and 24-minute travel time. Since the longest stretch covers 133 miles on I-5, try to time your break near the midpoint to avoid fatigue. Leaving during off-peak hours is a smart way to bypass potential congestion as you transition from the Gresham area onto the interstate. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, keeping that $32 estimate in mind as you plan your stops. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though aiming for a mid-morning start often provides the best balance of traffic and daylight.
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 81.4 miles from Gresham, OR, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133 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 81.4 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yoncalla, 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 162.9 miles and 3h 24m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 133 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.4 mi from Gresham, OR · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 81.4 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 133 miles.
Arriving in Yoncalla, OR
The final approach into Yoncalla, 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 Yoncalla, 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
$32.42 one way
$64.84 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $34.23 | $68.47 |
| premium | $5.59 | $35.83 | $71.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.19 | $72.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.10 | $7.82 |
| Efficient EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.81 | $10.43 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Yoncalla, OR
Afternoon in Yoncalla on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°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
4 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
3h 24m 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 Yoncalla, OR covers 162.9 miles and takes about 3h 24m 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 81.4 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 $32.42 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 162.9 miles you will encounter 12 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.
The route from Gresham, OR to Yoncalla, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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