Origin
Vernonia, OR
Afternoon in Vernonia on Saturday
Local time
1:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vernonia, OR to Portland, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
44.4 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vernonia, OR
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Trip Overview
Vernonia, OR to Portland, OR is 44.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 4 minutes via Northwest Sunset Highway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive connects the Pacific Coast region to the same region, winding through Oregon's landscape. It's a straightforward trip, ideal for those looking for a short journey with minimal planning. You'll experience a turn-heavy local drive, so keep your focus on the road ahead. Given its brevity, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Sunset Highway | 24.1 mi | 33m |
| Northwest Highway 47 | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| Nehalem Highway South | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Sunset Highway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Rose Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Stadium Freeway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Everett Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Maple Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northwest Sunset Highway
— 24.1 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vernonia, OR and Portland, OR.
1
Start on OR 47
14 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bridge Street
2
Turn right onto Adams Avenue
309 ft
·
10 sec
·
Adams Avenue
3
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Maple Street
4
Turn left onto OR 47
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Rose Avenue
5
Continue on OR 47
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Nehalem Highway South
6
Continue on OR 47
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Northwest Highway 47
Use the left lane.
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 26; OR 47
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 26
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 26
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 405 North: Seattle
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 405
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Stadium Freeway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Northwest Everett Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Everett Street
14
Turn right onto Northwest 8th Avenue
521 ft
·
27 sec
·
Northwest 8th Avenue
15
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Northwest Couch Street
16
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.2 miles from Vernonia, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Adams Avenue
Turn right onto Adams Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
14.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 26; OR 47 / Northwest Sunset Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 26; OR 47 / Northwest Sunset Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
42.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward I 405 North: Seattle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 405 North: Seattle
8
43.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
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 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
5
44.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
Northwest Couch Street
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.85 one way
$17.69 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $9.36 | $18.72 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.77 | $19.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
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
Portland, OR
Afternoon in Portland on Saturday
Local time
1:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by a high number of turns, suggesting a local and winding drive rather than a direct highway sprint. With only 18% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 24.1 miles on Northwest Sunset Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before the road begins to twist and turn again. Expect a dynamic driving experience that keeps you engaged.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.1 mi on Northwest Sunset Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Adams Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.4 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (Adams Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (US 26; OR 47 / Northwest Sunset Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 44.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.1 miles on Northwest Sunset Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Portland, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Adams Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (US 26; OR 47 / Northwest Sunset Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Portland, OR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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