Origin
Happy Valley, OR
Afternoon in Happy Valley on Wednesday
Local time
2:11 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Happy Valley, OR to Boring, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
17m
Distance
9.5 mi
15 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Happy Valley, OR
damien Saillet
Boring, OR
cottonbro studio
Trip Overview
This short 9.5-mile drive from Happy Valley to Boring, Oregon, will only take about 17 minutes, making it an easy addition to any Pacific Coast itinerary. With a minimal fuel cost of around $2, this route is perfect for a quick excursion without breaking the bank. The drive utilizes main roads like Southeast Highway 212, Southeast Sunnyside Road, and Southeast 152nd Avenue, offering a mixed driving experience. Given its brevity, it's ideal as a single-day trip; no overnight stays are needed. You'll find this journey offers a straightforward and convenient way to connect these two Oregon locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.8 miles from Happy Valley, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 46% of it being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.3 miles along Southeast Highway 212. As you navigate Southeast Sunnyside Road and Southeast 152nd Avenue, the character of the drive will shift, moving between more open highway sections and potentially more local road segments. This blend means you'll experience varying speeds and driving conditions, keeping the journey interesting for its short duration.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southeast Highway 212 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Southeast 145th Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Southeast 145th Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.2 miles (Southeast 147th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles (Southeast Sunnyside Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Southeast 145th Avenue
Turn sharp right onto Southeast 145th Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Southeast 147th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Southeast 147th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Southeast Sunnyside Road
Turn left onto Southeast Sunnyside Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
OR 212 / Southeast Highway 212
Turn left onto OR 212 / Southeast Highway 212
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Highway 212 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Southeast Sunnyside Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Southeast 152nd Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southeast King Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 145th Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 147th Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southeast Highway 212
— 4.3 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Happy Valley, OR and Boring, OR.
1
Start on Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
58 ft
·
1 sec
·
Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
2
Turn straight onto Southeast King Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast King Road
3
Turn sharp right onto Southeast 145th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Southeast 145th Avenue
4
Enter roundabout onto Southeast 147th Avenue
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southeast 147th Avenue
5
Continue on Southeast 147th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Southeast 147th Avenue
6
Continue on Southeast 152nd Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 152nd Avenue
7
Turn left onto Southeast Sunnyside Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Southeast Sunnyside Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto OR 212
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Southeast Highway 212
9
Arrive at destination
OR 212
Trip Plan
For this quick 17-minute trip, flexibility is key. You can easily depart at any time of day without needing to plan for major stops, as the total distance is only 9.5 miles. The fuel cost is negligible at approximately $2, so you won't need to worry about finding a gas station mid-route. A specific tip for this drive: pay attention to signage when transitioning from Southeast Highway 212 to Southeast Sunnyside Road, as this is where the road character changes and you'll want to be prepared for the shift in driving conditions.
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 4.8 miles from Happy Valley, OR, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.3 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 9.5 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.8 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boring, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Happy Valley, OR.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Happy Valley, OR
This is one driving day of about 9.5 miles and 17m.
At 9.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Southeast Highway 212 for about 4.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.8 mi from Happy Valley, OR · 9m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 9.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.8 miles from Happy Valley, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boring, OR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Boring, OR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.89 one way
$3.79 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $2.00 | $4.01 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.09 | $4.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.10 | $4.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.00 | $0.46 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Boring, OR
Afternoon in Boring on Wednesday
Local time
2:11 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
17m 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 Happy Valley, OR to Boring, OR covers 9.5 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southeast Highway 212, Southeast Sunnyside Road, Southeast 152nd Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.8 miles from Happy Valley, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.89 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 17m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Southeast 145th Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.2 miles (Southeast 147th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles (Southeast Sunnyside Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Happy Valley, OR to Boring, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
More from Happy Valley, OR
More trips to Boring, OR
Explore more options from Happy Valley, OR or browse trips ending in Boring, OR.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OR road trips.
Explore maps for Happy Valley, OR or Boring, OR on MapSof.net.