Origin
Tigard, OR
Afternoon in Tigard on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tigard, OR to Dallas, OR
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
54 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tigard, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Dallas, OR
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Tigard to Dallas, Oregon, you are looking at a straightforward 54-mile journey. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 14 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a simple one-day trip. You will navigate primarily via I-5 before transitioning onto the Salem Dallas Highway Northwest and the Salem-Willamina Highway. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel is a safe estimate for the trip. Since both your starting point and destination are located within the Pacific Coast region, the drive offers a consistent feel without major shifts in geography. It is a highly practical route that requires no overnight stops, allowing you to reach your destination comfortably in a single session.
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
27 miles from Tigard, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 67% of the total distance spent on major thoroughfares. You will begin with a significant 32.1-mile stretch on I-5, which serves as the backbone of your trip before you transition to regional highways. As you leave the interstate, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to navigate the Salem Dallas Highway Northwest and the Salem-Willamina Highway. You can expect a blend of fast-paced interstate driving followed by a more direct, localized highway experience as you approach Dallas. The transition between these road types keeps the drive engaging, moving from high-speed arterial lanes to the final approach into town.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 32.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Salem Dallas Highway Northwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near OR 99W / Southwest Pacific Highway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 54 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 0.5 miles (OR 99W / Southwest Pacific Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
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OR 99W / Southwest Pacific Highway
Turn left onto OR 99W / Southwest Pacific Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
8
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the exit toward OR 217 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward OR 217 South: Salem
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
7
38.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
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Union Street Northeast
Turn left onto Union Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
39.1 mi into trip
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~53m in
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Marion Street Bridge
Turn right onto Marion Street Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 32.1 mi | 38m |
| Salem Dallas Highway Northwest | 5 mi | 6m |
| Salem-Willamina Highway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| East Ellendale Avenue | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Commercial Street Northeast | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 32.1 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tigard, OR and Dallas, OR.
1
Start on Southwest Commercial Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Southwest Commercial Street
2
Turn right onto Southwest Lincoln Avenue
296 ft
·
14 sec
·
Southwest Lincoln Avenue
3
Turn right onto Southwest Center Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Center Street
4
Turn right onto Southwest Greenburg Road
281 ft
·
12 sec
·
Southwest Greenburg Road
5
Turn left onto OR 99W
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest Pacific Highway
Use the left / none lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward OR 217 South: Salem
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto OR 217
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 5
32 mi
·
37 min
·
I 5
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto I 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5
Exit 260A
Toward OR 99E Business: Salem Parkway
11
Merge onto OR 99E Bus
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway
12
Continue on OR 99E Bus
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Commercial Street Northeast
13
Continue on D Street Northeast
446 ft
·
25 sec
·
D Street Northeast
14
Turn left onto Front Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Front Street Northeast
15
Continue on OR 99E Bus
284 ft
·
14 sec
·
Front Street Northeast
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Union Street Northeast
492 ft
·
22 sec
·
Union Street Northeast
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Commercial Street Northeast
442 ft
·
19 sec
·
Commercial Street Northeast
18
Turn right onto Marion Street Bridge
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Marion Street Bridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on OR 22
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Salem Dallas Highway Northwest
20
Continue on OR 22
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Salem-Willamina Highway
Use the none lane.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Toward OR 223 Spur West: Dallas
22
Continue on OR 223 Spur
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Ellendale Road
23
Continue on OR 223 Spur
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
East Ellendale Avenue
24
Turn left onto OR 223
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
25
Turn right onto OR 223
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
Southwest Washington Street
26
Arrive at destination
OR 223
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 54-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the trip in one go without the need for scheduled stops, though keeping an eye on traffic patterns near Salem is always a smart move. Because the route is concise, you might want to time your departure to avoid peak commuter hours on the I-5 portion of your drive. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you hit the road, as the $11 estimate should cover your needs for the entire 1 hour and 14-minute journey. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival to align perfectly with your activities in Dallas.
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 27 miles from Tigard, OR, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.1 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 54 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27 miles or 34m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tigard, 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 Tigard, OR
This is one driving day of about 54 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tigard, 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 32.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27 mi from Tigard, OR · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27 miles from Tigard, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dallas, OR
The final approach into Dallas, 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 Dallas, 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
$10.75 one way
$21.49 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
| premium | $5.59 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.00 | $23.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.56 | $3.46 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Dallas, OR
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°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
17 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 14m 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 Tigard, OR to Dallas, OR covers 54 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Salem Dallas Highway Northwest, Salem-Willamina Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27 miles from Tigard, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.75 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 18 significant decision points across 54 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 0.5 miles (OR 99W / Southwest Pacific Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tigard, OR to Dallas, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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