Origin
The Dalles, OR
Afternoon in The Dalles on Wednesday
Local time
2:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
74.9 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Dalles, OR
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Gresham, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on G Street, East 10th Street, Kelly Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
37.5 miles from The Dalles, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 74.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
G Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| G Street | — | — |
| East 10th Street | — | — |
| Kelly Avenue | — | — |
| East 7th Street | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| East 2nd Street | — | — |
| Columbia River Highway | — | — |
| 238th Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
G Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Dalles, OR and Gresham, OR.
1
Start on the route
118 ft
·
14 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto G Street
151 ft
·
12 sec
·
G Street
3
Turn left onto East 10th Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East 10th Street
4
Turn right onto Kelly Avenue
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Kelly Avenue
5
Continue on East 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East 7th Street
6
Continue on Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Washington Street
7
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East 2nd Street
8
Turn slight left
328 ft
·
6 sec
9
Take the ramp straight
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
10
Merge slight left onto Columbia River Highway
67 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
Columbia River Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward 238th Drive, Wood Village
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
238th Drive, Wood Village
12
Turn left onto Northeast 238th Drive
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Northeast 238th Drive
13
Turn right onto Northeast Halsey Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Halsey Street
14
Turn left onto Northeast 223rd Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast 223rd Avenue
15
Turn slight left
276 ft
·
11 sec
16
Turn left onto Northwest Fairview Drive
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Northwest Fairview Drive
17
Continue on North Main Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Avenue
18
Turn right onto Northwest 1st Street
138 ft
·
10 sec
·
Northwest 1st Street
19
Turn left
62 ft
·
5 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 37.5 miles from The Dalles, OR, or about 40m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gresham, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving The Dalles, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from The Dalles, OR
This is one driving day of about 74.9 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from The Dalles, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from The Dalles, OR · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from The Dalles, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gresham, OR
The final approach into Gresham, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.92 one way
$29.84 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $15.79 | $31.58 |
| premium | $5.59 | $16.49 | $32.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.54 | $33.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.86 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.79 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Gresham, OR
Afternoon in Gresham on Wednesday
Local time
2:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Carson, WA
37 mi in
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
11 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
1h 21m 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 The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are G Street, East 10th Street, Kelly Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from The Dalles, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.92 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.
The drive from The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from The Dalles, OR to Gresham, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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