Origin
Hillsboro, OR
Afternoon in Hillsboro on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.9 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillsboro, OR
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Clackamas, OR
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
This straightforward 31.9-mile drive from Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR is easily manageable in about 51 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with an estimated fuel cost of $6. The route primarily utilizes I-205 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, offering a convenient connection within the Pacific Coast region. Given its short duration and highway focus, no overnight stay is necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
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
15.9 miles from Hillsboro, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 88% of this trip. The drive largely consists of efficient freeway travel, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being 11.4 miles on I-205. You'll navigate through sections of OR 8 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway before merging onto the main interstate. This route prioritizes direct travel over scenic detours, providing a predictable and swift journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 205 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 205 and OR 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in near OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 31.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
9.7 mi into trip
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~20m in
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OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
10.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
6
15.9 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
7
19.2 mi into trip
|
~34m 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
8
31.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
Salem
10.6 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 205 | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| OR 8 | 8.7 mi | 16m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| I 5 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Oak Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 1st Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 205
— 11.4 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Clackamas, OR.
1
Start on North 1st Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Avenue
2
Turn left onto OR 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Oak Street
3
Turn slight right onto OR 8
8.7 mi
·
16 min
·
OR 8
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
298 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
5
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Farmington Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on OR 10
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto OR 217
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 205
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 205
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on this road
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
this road
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Trip Plan
With a drive time of under an hour, you have the advantage of leaving whenever it suits you best, though avoiding peak commute times on I-205 is always a good idea. Plan for no dedicated stops as the route is short, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as the estimated cost is $6. The longest stretch on I-205 is over 11 miles, so ensure you're fueled up before entering that segment. This trip is all about efficient transit.
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 15.9 miles from Hillsboro, OR, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.4 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 31.9 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.9 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clackamas, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Hillsboro, OR.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hillsboro, OR
This is one driving day of about 31.9 miles and 51m.
At 31.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 205 for about 11.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Hillsboro, OR · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Hillsboro, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clackamas, OR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Clackamas, 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
$6.35 one way
$12.71 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.73 | $13.45 |
| premium | $5.59 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Clackamas, OR
Afternoon in Clackamas on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°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
19 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
51m 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 Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR covers 31.9 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 205, OR 8, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Hillsboro, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.35 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 31.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
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