Origin
Hillsboro, OR
Night in Hillsboro on Wednesday
Local time
9:43 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillsboro, OR to Grand Ronde, OR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
55 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Grand Ronde, OR
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Trip Overview
This 55-mile drive from Hillsboro to Grand Ronde, Oregon, will take you about 1 hour and 25 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical choice for a day trip. You'll primarily travel on Salmon River Highway, Tualatin Valley Highway, and Westside Road, experiencing a local, turn-heavy journey. Since it's a relatively short distance with no overnight stops recommended, you have plenty of flexibility in planning your departure time and how you pace the drive. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout.
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
27.5 miles from Hillsboro, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway mileage to speak of. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.3 miles on Salmon River Highway. This suggests a journey that requires your attention, with frequent changes in direction and likely varied road conditions as you navigate local byways. The character of the drive is more about the experience of local Oregon roads than covering long distances quickly.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Salmon River Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.3 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Hillsboro, OR to Grand Ronde, OR is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street
Turn right onto OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street
Navigation decision point
4
23.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
24.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
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Westside Road
Turn left onto Westside Road
Navigation decision point
4
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Grand Ronde Road North
Turn right onto Grand Ronde Road North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon River Highway | 23.3 mi | 32m |
| Tualatin Valley Highway | 17.1 mi | 24m |
| Westside Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| North Adair Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Northeast Adams Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Meadow Lake Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Salmon River Highway
— 23.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Grand Ronde, OR.
1
Start on North 1st Avenue
79 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 1st Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on Southwest Main Street
477 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest Main Street
4
Turn right onto OR 8
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Southwest Baseline Street
5
Continue on OR 8
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
6
Continue on OR 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Baseline Street
7
Continue on OR 8
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Adair Street
8
Continue on OR 8
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Pacific Avenue
9
Turn left onto OR 47
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Tualatin Valley Highway
10
Continue on OR 47
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Front Street
11
Continue on OR 47
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Tualatin Valley Highway
12
Continue on OR 47
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Maple Street
13
Continue on OR 47
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Tualatin Valley Highway
14
Continue on OR 47
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Yamhill Street
15
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Street
16
Continue on Northwest Meadow Lake Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Meadow Lake Road
17
Turn left onto Westside Road
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Westside Road
18
Continue on Northeast Baker Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Baker Street
19
Merge onto OR 99W
200 ft
·
4 sec
·
Northeast Pacific Highway West
20
Continue on OR 99W
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Adams Street
21
Continue on OR 99W
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Baker Street
22
Continue on Salmon River Highway
23 mi
·
32 min
·
Salmon River Highway
23
Turn right onto Grand Ronde Road North
340 ft
·
6 sec
·
Grand Ronde Road North
24
Arrive at destination
Grand Ronde Road North
Trip Plan
Given the short 55-mile distance and 1 hour 25-minute estimated duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time at your destination in Grand Ronde. With no mandatory stops included in the data, you have the freedom to decide when and if you'd like to pull over. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $11 estimate is based on the total mileage, and local roads can sometimes take longer than anticipated. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the frequent turns on Salmon River Highway, as it makes up the longest stretch of your drive.
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 27.5 miles from Hillsboro, OR, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.3 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 12 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.5 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grand Ronde, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hillsboro, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hillsboro, OR
This is one driving day of about 55 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Hillsboro, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Salmon River Highway for about 23.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.5 mi from Hillsboro, OR · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Hillsboro, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Grand Ronde, OR
The final approach into Grand Ronde, 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
$10.96 one way
$21.91 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $11.60 | $23.19 |
| premium | $5.59 | $12.11 | $24.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Grand Ronde, OR
Night in Grand Ronde on Wednesday
Local time
9:43 PM
PDT
Current temp
64°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
21 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
1h 25m 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 Grand Ronde, OR covers 55 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Salmon River Highway, Tualatin Valley Highway, Westside Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.5 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 $10.96 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 Hillsboro, OR to Grand Ronde, OR is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hillsboro, OR to Grand Ronde, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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