Origin
Salem, OR
Evening in Salem on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, OR to Aloha, OR
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
46.6 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
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6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, OR
Banx Photography
Aloha, OR
Jess Loiterton
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick commute or a short visit between Salem and Aloha, you can expect a straightforward journey spanning 46.6 miles. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes, making it a perfectly manageable day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $9 for fuel covers the expenses for this direct transit through the Pacific Coast region. You will primarily rely on I-5, the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, and the Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway to navigate between these two points. Since the drive is efficient and compact, it serves as a practical link between the two cities without the need for extensive travel planning.
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
23.3 miles from Salem, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of this route is spent on major thoroughfares. The journey features a significant 32-mile stretch on I-5, which dominates the first portion of your trip. As you transition onto the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway and the Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway, the character of the drive shifts from a major interstate pace to regional highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel maintaining steady highway speeds. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 32 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Liberty Street Northeast.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 46.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Liberty Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Liberty Street Northeast
Turn right onto Liberty Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
5 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 toward I 5 North: Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Portland
8
37.1 mi into trip
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~48m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
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 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
8
42.6 mi into trip
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~55m in
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon 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 2A
Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
6
42.8 mi into trip
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~56m in
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OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Salem, OR to Aloha, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
Beaverton
37.1 mi in
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~48m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 32 mi | 38m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Liberty Street Northeast | 1.5 mi | 4m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Commercial Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 32 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, OR and Aloha, OR.
1
Start on High Street Northeast
469 ft
·
19 sec
·
High Street Northeast
2
Turn right onto Chemeketa Street Northeast
447 ft
·
19 sec
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Chemeketa Street Northeast
3
Turn right onto Liberty Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Street Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto Division Street Northeast
350 ft
·
11 sec
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Division Street Northeast
5
Turn right onto OR 99E Bus
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Commercial Street Northeast
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on OR 99E Bus
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Liberty Street Northeast
7
Turn right onto OR 99E Bus
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway
Use the left / none lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
32 mi
·
38 min
·
I 5
Toward I 5 North: Portland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto OR 217
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 2A
Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto OR 10
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on OR 10
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Farmington Road
Use the none lane.
14
Turn right onto Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
298 ft
·
14 sec
·
Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto OR 8
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Southwest Canyon Road
16
Continue on OR 8
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto Southwest 185th Avenue
52 ft
·
5 sec
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Southwest 185th Avenue
18
Turn right
19 ft
·
1 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1-hour and 4-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops along the way, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $9, so topping off your tank before you leave ensures a stress-free arrival in Aloha. Since the route relies heavily on major freeways like I-5, checking local traffic reports before you head out is the best way to avoid potential congestion on these high-traffic corridors. Use this advantage of a short drive to enjoy a relaxed start to your day.
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 23.3 miles from Salem, OR, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 46.6 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.3 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aloha, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Salem, 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 Salem, OR
This is one driving day of about 46.6 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Salem, 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 I 5 for about 32 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.3 mi from Salem, OR · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 miles from Salem, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Aloha, OR
The final approach into Aloha, 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 Aloha, 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
$9.27 one way
$18.55 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $9.79 | $19.59 |
| premium | $5.59 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Aloha, OR
Evening in Aloha on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
58°F
King City, OR
23 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
1 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
1h 4m 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 Salem, OR to Aloha, OR covers 46.6 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.3 miles from Salem, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.27 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 46.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Liberty Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Salem, OR to Aloha, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
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