Origin
Portland, OR
Evening in Portland on Sunday
Local time
6:34 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, OR to Beaverton, OR
Drive Time
16m
Distance
8.4 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beaverton, OR
@coldbeer
Trip Overview
Traveling between Portland and Beaverton is a quick 8.4-mile journey that typically takes about 16 minutes. This short commute keeps you entirely within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate via Northwest 13th Avenue, the Sunset Highway, and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. With a fuel cost of just $2, the drive is highly economical for those moving between these two urban centers. It is a straightforward trip perfect for a quick transition from the heart of the city to the suburban landscape of Beaverton.
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
4.2 miles from Portland, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between city streets and freeway segments. Only 17% of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local surface roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 4.3-mile segment on the Sunset Highway, which offers a brief moment of steady pace. The character of the road shifts quickly from urban maneuvering to faster highway speeds before you reach your destination. You will find this short trip requires constant adjustments rather than the monotony of a long-distance cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunset Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles (Southwest Baltic Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 26 West: Beaverton
Navigation decision point
Toward US 26 West: Beaverton
8
5.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Park Way, Barnes 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 69B
Toward Park Way, Barnes Road
6
5.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Southwest Baltic Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Baltic Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Turn left onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Canyon Road, Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway
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: Canyon Road, Beaverton-Hill...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Portland, OR to Beaverton, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway along the way.
Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway
7.5 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Highway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 13th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Couch Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Baltic Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Barnes Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunset Highway
— 4.3 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, OR and Beaverton, OR.
1
Start on this road
110 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Couch Street
3
Turn left onto Northwest 13th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 13th Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 26 West: Beaverton
5
Continue on US 26
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Sunset Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 69B
Toward Park Way, Barnes Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Southwest Baltic Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Southwest Baltic Avenue
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto Southwest Barnes Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Southwest Barnes Road
9
Turn left onto OR 217
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 2A
Toward OR 8, OR 10: Canyon Road, Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
this road
Toward OR 217 South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto OR 10
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on OR 10
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Southwest Farmington Road
Use the none lane.
14
Arrive at destination
OR 10
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 16-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid the heaviest congestion on the Sunset Highway. You do not need to plan for any stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without a break. Keep a close eye on your navigation during the transition onto the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be tricky for first-timers. Budgeting $2 for fuel is more than enough for this 8.4-mile hop. Use your time wisely by checking live traffic reports before you leave, as local road conditions can fluctuate significantly on this busy corridor.
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 4.2 miles from Portland, 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 8.4 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.2 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 14m
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 Portland, 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 Portland, OR
This is one driving day of about 8.4 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Portland, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Sunset Highway for about 4.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.2 mi from Portland, OR · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.2 miles from Portland, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beaverton, OR
The final approach into Beaverton, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Beaverton, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.67 one way
$3.34 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $1.77 | $3.53 |
| premium | $5.59 | $1.85 | $3.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.87 | $3.73 |
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: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
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
Beaverton, OR
Evening in Beaverton on Sunday
Local time
6:34 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
58°F
King City, OR
4 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
3 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
16m 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 Portland, OR to Beaverton, OR covers 8.4 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunset Highway, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Northwest 13th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.2 miles from Portland, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.67 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles (Southwest Baltic Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Portland, OR to Beaverton, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway along the way.
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