Trip from Rogue River, OR to Hillsboro, OR

Drive Time

5h 14m

Distance

260.2 mi

419 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

5h 1m ★

6 AM

5h 15m

8 AM

5h 42m

10 AM

5h 24m

12 PM

5h 21m

3 PM

5h 26m

5 PM

5h 40m

8 PM

5h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Hillsboro, OR

Blair Damson

Trip Overview

Traveling from Rogue River to Hillsboro covers 260.2 miles of Oregon terrain, typically taking about 5 hours and 14 minutes of pure drive time. Because this journey fits comfortably within a single day, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay, though planning for one stop is recommended to break up the travel. You should budget approximately $52 for fuel to cover the trip. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Pacific Coast region, the drive remains consistent in its coastal-influenced climate. This highway-focused path is a straightforward way to navigate the state, making it a practical choice for those who prefer efficiency over winding backroads.

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

130.1 miles from Rogue River, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a high-speed experience, as 91% of this route consists of highway travel. The vast majority of your time—roughly 237 miles—will be spent on the I-5 corridor, providing a steady, uninterrupted pace for most of the trip. As you approach the final leg, the drive transitions from the major interstate onto Southwest Hillsboro Highway and Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road. This shift moves you away from the monotonous interstate grind toward local arteries, changing the character of the road as you near your destination. You will find that the route prioritizes speed and directness, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal navigation hurdles.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 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 237 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Southwest Hillsboro Highway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 237.2 miles in near I 5.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 260.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 237.2 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 237.4 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 237.5 miles (Southwest Elligsen Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

237.2 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in | I 5

Take the exit onto I 5 toward Elligsen Road, Boones Ferry 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 286 Toward Elligsen Road, Boones Ferry Road

237.4 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in | I 5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 toward Boones Ferry Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward Boones Ferry Road

237.5 mi into trip | ~4h 38m in | Southwest Elligsen Road

Turn left onto Southwest Elligsen Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

241.2 mi into trip | ~4h 44m in | Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road

Turn left onto Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

249.2 mi into trip | ~4h 58m in | OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road

At end of road, turn left onto OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 5	237 mi	4h 36m
Southwest Hillsboro Highway	9.5 mi	12m
Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road	4.8 mi	7m
Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road	1.9 mi	3m
Southwest 124th Avenue	1.6 mi	2m
Southwest Roy Rogers Road	1.3 mi	2m
Southwest Scholls Ferry Road	0.7 mi	1m
South 1st Avenue	0.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 5 — 237 mi, about 4h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rogue River, OR and Hillsboro, OR.

Start on Berglund Street

520 ft · 24 sec · Berglund Street

Turn left onto West Main Street

418 ft · 8 sec · West Main Street

Turn slight right onto Pine Street

485 ft · 11 sec · Pine Street

Turn right onto Depot Street

145 ft · 4 sec · Depot Street

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Merge onto I 5

237 mi · 4 hr 36 min · I 5

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto I 5

0.3 mi · 27 sec · I 5

Exit 286 Toward Elligsen Road, Boones Ferry Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 5

158 ft · 9 sec · I 5

Toward Boones Ferry Road Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Southwest Elligsen Road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Southwest Elligsen Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on Southwest Boones Ferry Road

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Southwest Boones Ferry Road

Turn left onto Southwest Day Street

0.6 mi · 54 sec · Southwest Day Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Southwest Grahams Ferry Road

0.4 mi · 48 sec · Southwest Grahams Ferry Road

Turn left onto Basalt Creek Parkway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Basalt Creek Parkway

Continue on Southwest 124th Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · Southwest 124th Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road

1.9 mi · 3 min · Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on Southwest Roy Rogers Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Southwest Roy Rogers Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road

0.5 mi · 47 sec · Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road

Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road

4.3 mi · 6 min · Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road

At end of road, turn left onto OR 210

0.7 mi · 1 min · Southwest Scholls Ferry Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto OR 219

1.8 mi · 2 min · Southwest Hillsboro Highway

Continue on OR 219

7.7 mi · 10 min · Southwest Hillsboro Highway

Continue on OR 219

0.7 mi · 2 min · South 1st Avenue

Use the none lane.

Arrive at destination

North 1st Avenue

Trip Plan

To ensure a smooth arrival in Hillsboro, consider departing early in the morning to avoid the heaviest traffic patterns common on the I-5. Since you have a single recommended stop, look for a convenient location around the midpoint to stretch your legs and refuel. With 260.2 miles ahead of you, keep a close watch on your gas gauge, as the $52 estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Given that this is a highway-focused drive, the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to adjust your pace based on real-time traffic reports. Always check for construction updates on I-5 before heading out, as this segment is the backbone of your journey and the most susceptible to delays.

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 130.1 miles from Rogue River, OR, or about 2h 32m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 237 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 130.1 miles or 2h 32m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hillsboro, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Rogue River, 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 Rogue River, OR

This is one driving day of about 260.2 miles and 5h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rogue River, 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 237 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 130.1 mi from Rogue River, OR · 2h 32m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Springfield, OR

130 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

Grants Pass, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cottage Grove, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 130.1 miles from Rogue River, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 237 miles.

Arriving in Hillsboro, OR

The final approach into Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro, OR.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.78 one way

$103.57 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 91 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$54.68	$109.37
premium	$5.59	$57.23	$114.47
diesel	$5.64	$57.81	$115.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 91 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	78.1	0	$27.32	$12.49
Efficient EV	65.1	0	$22.77	$10.41
EV Truck/SUV	104.1	1	$36.43	$16.65

Gas CO2

91 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Rogue River, OR

Afternoon in Rogue River on Sunday

Local time

4:21 PM

PDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hillsboro, OR

Afternoon in Hillsboro on Sunday

Local time

4:21 PM

PDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

56°F

Springfield, OR

130 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

17 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

5h 14m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Rogue River, OR to Hillsboro, OR covers 260.2 miles and takes about 5h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 5, Southwest Hillsboro Highway, Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 130.1 miles from Rogue River, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.78 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Rogue River, OR to Hillsboro, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Rogue River, OR to Hillsboro, OR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hillsboro, OR

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Rogue River, OR

Hillsboro, OR

Same local time

17 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 14m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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