Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
213 mi
343 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bunker Hill, OR
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
The drive from Portland, OR to Bunker Hill, OR covers 213 miles and takes about 4h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Oregon Coast Highway, Highway 126 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.7 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106.5 miles from Portland, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .
This is a 4h 58m highway drive covering 213 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Oregon Coast Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.7 miles on I 5.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Oregon Coast Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Southwest Taylor Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 58m drive. You will face about 18 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Southwest Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 405 / Stadium Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Southwest Taylor Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 405 South
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 405 / Stadium Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OR 228: Halsey, Brownsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Portland, OR to Bunker Hill, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Brownsville along the way.
Brownsville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 82.7 mi | 1h 38m |
| Oregon Coast Highway | 43.5 mi | 1h 4m |
| Highway 126 | 42.9 mi | 59m |
| Albany-Junction City Highway | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| Territorial Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Suttle Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Highway 99E | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Highway 36 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, OR and Bunker Hill, OR.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
Turn left onto Northwest 13th Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Taylor Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 405
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Turn right onto OR 228
Turn left onto OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99
Continue on OR 99
Turn right onto OR 36
Continue on OR 36
Continue on OR 36
Turn left onto Applegate Trail
At end of road, turn left onto Territorial Road
Continue on Territorial Highway
Turn right onto Suttle Road
At end of road, turn right onto OR 126
Turn left onto OR 126
Merge onto US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Continue on US 101
Turn left onto Hill Street
Turn right
Turn right onto US 101
Arrive at destination
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.
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 47 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.5 miles or 2h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bunker Hill, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Portland, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 213 miles and 4h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.5 mi from Portland, OR · 2h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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.
A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 106.5 miles from Portland, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.7 miles.
The final approach into Bunker Hill, 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 Bunker Hill, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$42.43 one way
$84.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $44.91 | $89.81 |
| premium | $5.59 | $46.89 | $93.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.03 | $94.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.9 | 0 | $22.37 | $10.22 |
| Efficient EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.64 | $8.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.2 | 1 | $29.82 | $13.63 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Portland on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Light Rain
Destination
Afternoon in Bunker Hill on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
40°F
Junction City, OR
107 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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