Origin
Halsey, OR
Afternoon in Halsey on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
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1h 42m
Distance
84.4 mi
136 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
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Halsey, OR
David Lyutov
Beaverton, OR
@coldbeer
If you are planning to travel from Halsey to Beaverton, you are looking at a straightforward 84.4-mile trek through the Pacific Coast region. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 42 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your journey will primarily utilize I-5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, keeping travel times efficient. With a projected fuel cost of $17, it is a budget-friendly route for those needing to cross the state. Because the trip is short and direct, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule.
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
42.2 miles from Halsey, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
This highway-focused drive is built for speed and efficiency, with 95% of the route consisting of major roads. You will settle into a consistent rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 75 miles along I-5. The character of the road is largely defined by this interstate grind, which offers a reliable, no-nonsense path toward your destination. As you transition from the Halsey-Sweet Home Highway onto the larger freeways, the environment becomes increasingly focused on high-speed transit. Expect a steady, predictable experience behind the wheel that prioritizes getting you to Beaverton without unnecessary detours.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 5.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 3.1 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.9 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 75 mi | 1h 28m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Halsey-Sweet Home Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West G Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Halsey, OR and Beaverton, OR.
Start on West G Street
Turn right onto OR 99E
Turn right onto OR 228
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Merge onto OR 217
Take the exit
Turn left onto OR 10
Continue on OR 10
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short 84.4-mile drive, you can easily complete the journey in a single session without needing scheduled rest stops. To avoid heavy traffic, try to time your departure outside of peak commuting hours, as the reliance on I-5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway means congestion can build up near urban centers. Keep your $17 fuel budget in mind, but consider fueling up before you leave Halsey to ensure you have a full tank for the stretch ahead. Because the route is almost entirely highway-based, use cruise control where appropriate to maintain a steady pace during the long 75-mile interstate segment. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct route, which allows you to reach your destination with minimal logistical stress.
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.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.2 miles or 50m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaverton, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Halsey, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Halsey, OR
This is one driving day of about 84.4 miles and 1h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.2 mi from Halsey, OR · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 42.2 miles from Halsey, 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 75 miles.
The final approach into Beaverton, 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 Beaverton, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$16.80 one way
$33.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $17.74 | $35.47 |
| premium | $5.59 | $18.56 | $37.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.75 | $37.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.82 | $5.40 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Halsey on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Beaverton on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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