Oakridge to Beaverton is 145.4 miles and takes about 3h 4m via I 5 and OR 58, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive connects the Pacific Coast region of Oregon to itself, primarily utilizing major highways for a direct journey. You'll experience a highway-focused route that prioritizes efficiency over extensive sightseeing. Given its manageable length and efficient path, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.7 miles from Oakridge, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 36m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 145.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as highway-focused, with 96% of the drive taking place on major roads like I 5 and OR 58 (also known as Highway 58). Expect long, uninterrupted stretches, including a significant 103.3-mile segment on I 5. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed highways, you will transition between these major arteries, offering a consistent pace for most of the journey. The road profile suggests a drive that emphasizes forward momentum.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 103.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and OR 58. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Maple Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.4 miles (OR 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Maple Street
Turn right onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
6
35.4 mi into trip|~52m in|OR 58
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 58 toward I 5 North, OR 99: Eugene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 5 North, OR 99: Eugene
8
139.1 mi into trip|~2h 54m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
8
144.6 mi into trip|~3h 2m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
6
144.8 mi into trip|~3h 2m in|OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
103.3 mi
2h 1m
OR 58
23.8 mi
32m
Highway 58
7 mi
12m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
4.8 mi
6m
Willamette Highway
2 mi
2m
Westfir-Oakridge Road
1.3 mi
1m
State Highway 58
0.7 mi
<1m
Westfir Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 103.3 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakridge, OR and Beaverton, OR.
1
Start on Commercial Street
427 ft·16 sec·Commercial Street
2
Turn right onto Maple Street
323 ft·19 sec·Maple Street
3
Turn left onto East 1st Street
0.2 mi·40 sec·East 1st Street
4
Turn left onto Crestview Street
0.2 mi·39 sec·Crestview Street
5
Turn right onto OR 58
1.4 mi·3 min·Highway 58
6
Continue on OR 58
0.7 mi·57 sec·State Highway 58
7
Turn right onto Westfir-Oakridge Road
1.3 mi·1 min·Westfir-Oakridge Road
8
Turn left onto Westfir Road
0.5 mi·49 sec·Westfir Road
9
Turn right onto OR 58
23 mi·31 min·OR 58
10
Continue on OR 58
5.6 mi·9 min·Highway 58
11
Continue on OR 58
2.0 mi·2 min·Willamette Highway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 58
0.5 mi·59 sec·OR 58
Toward I 5 North, OR 99: Eugene
13
Merge onto I 5; OR 99
103 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 5; OR 99
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 292AToward OR 217: Tigard, BeavertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto OR 217
4.8 mi·6 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Since this is a single-day trip of just over 3 hours, you have considerable flexibility in when you depart. Leaving in the morning will allow you to complete the journey with ample daylight. With the longest stretch on I 5 being 103.3 miles, plan your fuel stops accordingly, keeping the estimated $29 fuel cost in mind. There's one indicated stop, so consider if that aligns with your personal break needs or if you prefer to push through. A specific tip for this route is to be aware of the transition from OR 58 to I 5, as highway changes can sometimes require attention.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.7 miles from Oakridge, OR, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.3 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 32 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.7 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaverton, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oakridge, 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 Oakridge, OR
This is one driving day of about 145.4 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Oakridge, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 103.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.7 mi from Oakridge, OR
· 1h 36m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.6
0
$15.27
$6.98
Efficient EV
36.4
0
$12.72
$5.82
EV Truck/SUV
58.2
0
$20.36
$9.31
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Oakridge, OR
Late night
in Oakridge on Saturday
Local time
3:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Beaverton, OR
Late night
in Beaverton on Saturday
Local time
3:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Albany, OR
73 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
4 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
3h 4m 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 Oakridge, OR to Beaverton, OR covers 145.4 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, OR 58, Highway 58. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.7 miles from Oakridge, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.4 miles (OR 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Oakridge, OR to Beaverton, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
