Origin
Oregon City, OR
Afternoon in Oregon City on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
34.4 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oregon City, OR
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Cornelius, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR covers 34.4 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Singer Hill Road, Main Street, Oregon City Bridge for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
17.2 miles from Oregon City, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 34.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Singer Hill Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Singer Hill Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Oregon City Bridge | — | — |
| Willamette Drive | — | — |
| I 205 South | — | — |
| I 5 North | — | — |
| Nyberg Street | — | — |
| City Center | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Singer Hill Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oregon City, OR and Cornelius, OR.
1
Start on 7th Street
102 ft
·
10 sec
·
7th Street
2
Turn left onto Singer Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Singer Hill Road
3
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto Oregon City Bridge
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Oregon City Bridge
5
Turn slight right onto Willamette Drive
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Willamette Drive
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Willamette Drive
118 ft
·
3 sec
·
Willamette Drive
7
Exit the roundabout onto Willamette Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Willamette Drive
8
Take the ramp left toward I 205 South: Salem
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 205 South: Salem
9
Merge slight left
7.6 mi
·
9 min
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 5 North: Portland
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 5 North: Portland
11
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
12
Take the exit slight right toward Nyberg Street, Tualatin-Sherwood Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Nyberg Street, Tualatin-Sherwood Road
13
Keep slight left to continue on City Center, Sherwood
203 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Center, Sherwood
14
Turn left onto Southwest Nyberg Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Southwest Nyberg Street
15
Turn straight onto Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
16
Continue on Southwest Roy Rogers Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Roy Rogers Road
17
Turn left onto Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
18
Keep slight right to continue on Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
20
Turn right onto Southwest Hillsboro Highway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Hillsboro Highway
21
Continue on Southwest Hillsboro Highway
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Southwest Hillsboro Highway
22
Turn left onto Southwest Simpson Road
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest Simpson Road
23
Continue on Southwest Johnson School Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest Johnson School Road
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto Southwest Tongue Lane
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Southwest Tongue Lane
25
Turn right onto Southwest Golf Course Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Southwest Golf Course Road
26
Continue on South 10th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 10th Avenue
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 17.2 miles from Oregon City, OR, or about 26m into the drive.
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 34 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.2 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cornelius, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Oregon City, OR.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oregon City, OR
This is one driving day of about 34.4 miles and 52m.
At 34.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Oregon City, OR · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Oregon City, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cornelius, OR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cornelius, 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
$6.85 one way
$13.71 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| premium | $5.59 | $7.57 | $15.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Cornelius, OR
Afternoon in Cornelius on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
King City, OR
17 mi in
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
12 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
52m 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 Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR covers 34.4 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Singer Hill Road, Main Street, Oregon City Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Oregon City, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.85 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 Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Oregon City, OR to Cornelius, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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