Trip from Halsey, OR to Gresham, OR

Drive Time

2h 8m

Distance

99.6 mi

160 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

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
2h 0m ★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Halsey, OR, OR

Halsey, OR

David Lyutov

Downtown Gresham, OR, OR

Gresham, OR

El Puerto de Santa María

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Halsey to Gresham, expect a straightforward journey covering 99.6 miles. This drive typically takes about 2 hours and 8 minutes, making it a perfectly manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-5 and I-205 before finishing the route on Southeast Foster Road. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it is an economical route for travelers staying within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon. Because the path is so direct, it is an ideal choice for a quick transition between these two locations without the need for extensive travel logistics.

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

49.8 miles from Halsey, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 88% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant stretch of travel on I-5, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey at 71.4 miles. Expect a consistent, fast-paced rhythm as you navigate these interstate corridors. As you approach your destination, the character of the road shifts slightly as you transition off the interstate and onto Southeast Foster Road to reach Gresham. It is a functional and efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.

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 71.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 5.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 2h 8m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 74.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
3.1 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 5

Merge onto I 5

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
74.4 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit toward I 205 North: Oregon City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 288 Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
7
91.6 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Take the exit toward Foster Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 17 Toward Foster Road
7
91.9 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | Southeast Woodstock Boulevard

Turn right onto Southeast Woodstock Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
96.8 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | US 26 / Southeast Powell Boulevard

Turn right onto US 26 / Southeast Powell Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 71.4 mi 1h 23m
I 205 16.4 mi 21m
Southeast Foster Road 3.3 mi 7m
West Powell Boulevard 2.7 mi 6m
Halsey-Sweet Home Highway 2.5 mi 3m
Southeast Jenne Road 0.9 mi 2m
Southeast 174th Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
West 2nd Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 71.4 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Halsey, OR and Gresham, OR.

1

Start on West G Street

5 ft · 2 sec · West G Street
2

Turn right onto OR 99E

0.3 mi · 34 sec · West 2nd Street
3

Turn right onto OR 228

2.5 mi · 3 min · Halsey-Sweet Home Highway
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 26 sec
5

Merge onto I 5

71 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 5
Use the straight lane.
6

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 52 sec
Exit 288 Toward I 205 North: Oregon City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I 205

16 mi · 21 min · I 205
Use the straight lane.
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Exit 17 Toward Foster Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Turn right onto Southeast Woodstock Boulevard

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Southeast Woodstock Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Turn slight right onto Southeast Foster Road

3.3 mi · 7 min · Southeast Foster Road
Use the none lane.
11

Turn left onto Southeast Jenne Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · Southeast Jenne Road
12

Continue on Southeast 174th Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southeast 174th Avenue
13

Turn right onto US 26

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Southeast Powell Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14

Continue on US 26

2.7 mi · 6 min · West Powell Boulevard
Use the none lane.
15

Turn left

118 ft · 8 sec
Use the left lane.
16

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short 2-hour drive with no mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along I-5 is a smart way to ensure your 2-hour and 8-minute travel time stays consistent. Because the route is so efficient, you can easily complete the entire 99.6-mile trip in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks. Make sure to set aside $20 for fuel before you head out to cover the full distance. If you find yourself needing a break, the transition from the interstate to the local roads near the end of the trip provides a good opportunity to pause once you exit the highway system.

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 49.8 miles from Halsey, OR, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.4 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 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 49.8 miles or 59m 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 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gresham, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Halsey, 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 Halsey, OR

This is one driving day of about 99.6 miles and 2h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Halsey, 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 71.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 49.8 mi from Halsey, OR · 59m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

King City, OR

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

King City, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Keizer, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49.8 miles from Halsey, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.4 miles.

Arriving in Gresham, OR

The final approach into Gresham, 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 Gresham, 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

$19.82 one way

$39.64 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.34 $20.93 $41.86
premium $5.59 $21.91 $43.82
diesel $5.64 $22.13 $44.26

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: 34.8 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 $10.46 $4.78
Efficient EV 24.9 0 $8.71 $3.98
EV Truck/SUV 39.8 0 $13.94 $6.37

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Halsey, OR

Afternoon in Halsey on Sunday

Local time

4:04 PM

PDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Gresham, OR

Afternoon in Gresham on Sunday

Local time

4:04 PM

PDT

Current temp

41°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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 8m 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 Halsey, OR to Gresham, OR covers 99.6 miles and takes about 2h 8m 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 49.8 miles from Halsey, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.82 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 is a straightforward 2h 8m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Halsey, OR to Gresham, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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