Origin
Gresham, OR
Evening in Gresham on Wednesday
Local time
6:28 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gresham, OR to Chenoweth, OR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
71.8 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
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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Chenoweth, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gresham, OR to Chenoweth, OR covers 71.8 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Northwest 1st Street, North Main Avenue, Northwest Fairview Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.30 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.9 miles from Gresham, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 29m drive with frequent turns across 71.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest 1st Street 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 Chenoweth, OR is easy. At 1h 29m 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 Chenoweth, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 1st Street | — | — |
| North Main Avenue | — | — |
| Northwest Fairview Drive | — | — |
| Southeast 223rd Avenue | — | — |
| Northeast Halsey Street | — | — |
| Northeast 238th Drive | — | — |
| I 84 East | — | — |
| Columbia River Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Northwest 1st Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gresham, OR and Chenoweth, OR.
1
Start on the route
62 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Northwest 1st Street
138 ft
·
9 sec
·
Northwest 1st Street
3
Turn left onto North Main Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Avenue
4
Continue on Northwest Fairview Drive
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Northwest Fairview Drive
5
Turn right onto Southeast 223rd Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast 223rd Avenue
6
Turn right onto Northeast Halsey Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Halsey Street
7
Turn left onto Northeast 238th Drive
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northeast 238th Drive
8
Take the exit right toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Troutdale, Hood River
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 84 East, US 30 East: Troutdale, Hood River
9
Merge slight left onto Columbia River Highway
66 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Columbia River Highway
10
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
11
Keep slight right
226 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn slight right onto River Road
308 ft
·
11 sec
·
River Road
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto West 6th Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
West 6th Street
14
Turn right onto Chenoweth Loop Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Chenoweth Loop Road
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto West 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West 10th Street
16
Continue on Chenowith Creek Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Chenowith Creek Road
17
Turn right onto Pine Street
463 ft
·
26 sec
·
Pine Street
18
Turn left onto Lockwood Street West
328 ft
·
14 sec
·
Lockwood Street West
19
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 35.9 miles from Gresham, OR, or about 44m 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.9 miles or 44m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chenoweth, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gresham, OR
This is one driving day of about 71.8 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Gresham, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.9 mi from Gresham, OR · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.9 miles from Gresham, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chenoweth, OR
The final approach into Chenoweth, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.30 one way
$28.61 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $15.14 | $30.27 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.80 | $31.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.85 | $31.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.54 | $3.45 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.60 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Chenoweth, OR
Evening in Chenoweth on Wednesday
Local time
6:28 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Carson, WA
36 mi in
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
11 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
1h 29m 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 Chenoweth, OR covers 71.8 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northwest 1st Street, North Main Avenue, Northwest Fairview Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.9 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 $14.30 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 Chenoweth, OR is easy. At 1h 29m 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 Chenoweth, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gresham, OR to Chenoweth, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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