Planning a trip from Portland, Oregon, to Redmond, Oregon? This 145.4-mile drive will take you about 3 hours and 33 minutes, making it a manageable one-day excursion. You'll primarily travel on Warm Springs Highway, Mount Hood Highway, and The Dalles-California Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, it's an economical option for exploring Oregon. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience. Since both Portland and Redmond are in the Pacific Coast region, you won't be crossing major geographical divides, but you will experience a distinct shift in landscape as you head inland.
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 Portland, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 145.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this 145.4-mile journey, with only a 4% share of highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 46.7 miles along Warm Springs Highway. This suggests a route characterized by more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds compared to interstate travel. As you progress, the road will likely transition from more urban or suburban settings near Portland to more rural and open terrain leading into Central Oregon. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation and road conditions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Warm Springs Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 46.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northwest Couch Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 33m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Northwest Couch Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northwest 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (OR 99E / Northeast Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Northwest Couch Street
Turn right onto Northwest Couch Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Northwest 5th Avenue
Turn right onto Northwest 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
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0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|OR 99E / Northeast Grand Avenue
Turn left onto OR 99E / Northeast Grand Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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1 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the exit toward I 84, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The Dalles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 84, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The...
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13.9 mi into trip|~20m in
Take the exit toward 238th Drive, Wood Village
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 16
Toward 238th Drive, Wood Village
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 Portland, OR to Redmond, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Wood Village along the way.
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, OR and Redmond, OR.
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Start on this road
110 ft·10 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Northwest Couch Street
170 ft·11 sec·Northwest Couch Street
3
Turn right onto Northwest 5th Avenue
243 ft·12 sec·Northwest 5th Avenue
4
Turn left onto West Burnside Street
0.2 mi·51 sec·West Burnside Street
5
Continue on Burnside Bridge
0.4 mi·1 min·Burnside Bridge
6
Continue on East Burnside Street
526 ft·28 sec·East Burnside Street
7
Turn left onto OR 99E
0.1 mi·28 sec·Northeast Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward I 84, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The DallesUse the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 84; US 30
6.5 mi·8 min·Banfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 84; US 30
6.3 mi·7 min·Columbia River Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·28 sec
Exit 16Toward 238th Drive, Wood VillageUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Northeast 238th Drive
0.9 mi·1 min·Northeast 238th Drive
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Continue on Northeast 242nd Drive
0.4 mi·46 sec·Northeast 242nd Drive
14
Continue on Northeast Hogan Drive
1.6 mi·3 min·Northeast Hogan Drive
Use the left lane.
15
Turn slight left onto Northeast Burnside Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Northeast Burnside Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on Southeast Mount Hood Highway
0.6 mi·59 sec·Southeast Mount Hood Highway
17
Continue on US 26
8.9 mi·12 min·Mount Hood Highway
18
Continue on US 26
0.9 mi·2 min·Pioneer Boulevard
19
Continue on US 26
31 mi·43 min·Mount Hood Highway
20
Continue on US 26
47 mi·1 hr 4 min·Warm Springs Highway
21
Continue on US 26
13 mi·19 min·Northwest Warm Springs Highway
22
Continue on US 26; US 97
222 ft·7 sec·4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 26; US 97
1.0 mi·3 min·Southwest 4th Street
24
Continue on US 26; US 97
25 mi·36 min·The Dalles-California Highway
25
Turn right onto Southwest Evergreen Avenue
0.2 mi·22 sec·Southwest Evergreen Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
Southwest Evergreen Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour, 33-minute drive, leaving early from Portland is a good strategy to maximize your time in Redmond. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to set your own pace. The estimated fuel cost is $29, so ensure your tank is full before you depart, especially considering the longest stretch without services can be 46.7 miles on Warm Springs Highway. Pay close attention to the frequent turns indicated by the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile; this means staying alert and checking your GPS regularly is key to a smooth journey.
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 Portland, OR, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.7 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 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.7 miles or 1h 48m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redmond, 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 145.4 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Portland, 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 Warm Springs Highway for about 46.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.7 mi from Portland, OR
· 1h 48m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.97 one way
$57.93 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$30.65
$61.31
premium
$5.59
$32.01
$64.01
diesel
$5.61
$32.10
$64.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Portland, OR
Morning
in Portland on Friday
Local time
10:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Partly Cloudy
W 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 1:48AM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 10:29PM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Redmond, OR
Morning
in Redmond on Friday
Local time
10:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 33m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Redmond, OR covers 145.4 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Warm Springs Highway, Mount Hood Highway, The Dalles-California Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.7 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 $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 is a straightforward 3h 33m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Northwest Couch Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northwest 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (OR 99E / Northeast Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Portland, OR to Redmond, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Wood Village along the way.
