Origin
Gresham, OR
Morning in Gresham on Wednesday
Local time
11:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Gresham, OR to Brookings, OR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
7h 34m
Distance
356.5 mi
574 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$71
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 24m
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6 AM
7h 34m
8 AM
7h 54m
10 AM
7h 41m
12 PM
7h 39m
3 PM
7h 42m
5 PM
7h 53m
8 PM
7h 28m
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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Brookings, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gresham, OR to Brookings, OR covers 356.5 miles and takes about 7h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Redwood Highway, I 205 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 231.6 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $71.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
178.3 miles from Gresham, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 7h 34m highway drive covering 356.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Redwood Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 231.6 miles on I 5.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 231.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Redwood Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near Southeast 174th Avenue.
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 356.5 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 2.8 miles (Southeast 174th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (Southeast Foster Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (Southeast 94th Avenue): 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.
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 straight 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
6
257.9 mi into trip
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~5h 12m in
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Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Keep slight right at fork onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2 toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gresham, OR and Brookings, OR, road signs point toward Ocean Beaches and Crescent City.
Ocean Beaches
257.4 mi in
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~5h 12m
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via Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Crescent City
257.4 mi in
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~5h 12m
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via Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 231.6 mi | 4h 30m |
| Redwood Highway | 71.5 mi | 1h 40m |
| I 205 | 16.6 mi | 21m |
| Route 101 | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| North Bank Road | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Oregon Coast Highway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Southeast Foster Road | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| West Powell Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 231.6 mi, about 4h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gresham, OR and Brookings, 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
3
Continue on US 26
0.1 mi
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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
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7 min
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Southeast Foster Road
Use the straight 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
·
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
·
this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
11
Merge onto I 5
232 mi
·
4 hr 30 min
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I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
0.5 mi
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44 sec
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Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
13
Keep slight right at fork onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
296 ft
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5 sec
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Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
14
Merge onto US 199
2.3 mi
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4 min
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Grants Pass Parkway
15
Continue on US 199
27 mi
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39 min
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Redwood Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto Laurel Road
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Laurel Road
17
Turn right onto North Old Stage Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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North Old Stage Road
18
Turn right onto OR 46
0.3 mi
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53 sec
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Caves Highway
19
Turn left onto US 199
44 mi
·
1 hr
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Redwood Highway
20
Turn right onto CA 197
6.7 mi
·
9 min
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North Bank Road
21
At end of road, turn right onto US 101
10 mi
·
13 min
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Route 101
22
Continue on US 101
5.2 mi
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6 min
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Oregon Coast Highway
23
Continue on US 101
0.7 mi
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2 min
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Chetco Avenue
24
Turn right onto Hillside Avenue
76 ft
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3 sec
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Hillside Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Hillside Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 178.3 miles from Gresham, OR, or about 3h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 231.6 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 178.3 miles or 3h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookings, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gresham, OR
This is one driving day of about 356.5 miles and 7h 34m.
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 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 231.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 178.3 mi from Gresham, OR · 3h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
178 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 178.3 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 231.6 miles.
Arriving in Brookings, OR
The final approach into Brookings, 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 Brookings, 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
$71.02 one way
$142.04 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
125 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $75.16 | $150.32 |
| premium | $5.59 | $78.47 | $156.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $78.71 | $157.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$71
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107 | 1 | $37.43 | $17.11 |
| Efficient EV | 89.1 | 1 | $31.19 | $14.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 142.6 | 1 | $49.91 | $22.82 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Brookings, OR
Morning in Brookings on Wednesday
Local time
11:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°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
7h 34m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 Brookings, OR covers 356.5 miles and takes about 7h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Redwood Highway, I 205. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 178.3 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 $71.02 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 356.5 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 2.8 miles (Southeast 174th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (Southeast Foster Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (Southeast 94th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Gresham, OR and Brookings, OR, road signs point toward Ocean Beaches and Crescent City.
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