Origin
West Linn, OR
Night in West Linn on Wednesday
Local time
9:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
19m
Distance
11.3 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Linn, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Barlow, OR
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Trip Overview
The drive from West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR covers 11.3 miles and takes about 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Willamette Drive, Oregon City Bridge, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.25 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
5.7 miles from West Linn, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 19m drive with frequent turns across 11.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Willamette Drive 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 West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR is easy. At 19m 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 West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Willamette Drive | — | — |
| Oregon City Bridge | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| McLoughlin Boulevard | — | — |
| Highway 99E | — | — |
| Southeast 1st Avenue | — | — |
| Southwest 1st Avenue | — | — |
| Pacific Highway East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Willamette Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Linn, OR and Barlow, OR.
1
Start on Hood Street
43 ft
·
4 sec
·
Hood Street
2
Turn slight left onto Willamette Drive
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Willamette Drive
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Willamette Drive
164 ft
·
4 sec
·
Willamette Drive
4
Exit the roundabout onto Willamette Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Willamette Drive
5
Turn slight left onto Oregon City Bridge
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Oregon City Bridge
6
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn left onto McLoughlin Boulevard
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
McLoughlin Boulevard
8
Continue on South Highway 99E
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Highway 99E
9
Continue on Southeast 1st Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 1st Avenue
10
Continue on Southwest 1st Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 1st Avenue
11
Continue on Pacific Highway East
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Pacific Highway East
12
Merge slight left onto Southwest Pacific Highway East
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest Pacific Highway East
13
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
14
Merge slight left onto South Barlow Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
South Barlow Road
15
Turn right onto West 1st Street
522 ft
·
23 sec
·
West 1st Street
16
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 5.7 miles from West Linn, OR, or about 9m 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 11 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.7 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barlow, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving West Linn, OR.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Linn, OR
This is one driving day of about 11.3 miles and 19m.
At 11.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.7 mi from West Linn, OR · 9m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.7 miles from West Linn, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barlow, OR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Barlow, OR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.25 one way
$4.50 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $2.38 | $4.76 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.49 | $4.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.49 | $4.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Barlow, OR
Night in Barlow on Wednesday
Local time
9:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°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
6 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
19m 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 West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR covers 11.3 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Willamette Drive, Oregon City Bridge, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.7 miles from West Linn, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.25 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 West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR is easy. At 19m 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 West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Linn, OR to Barlow, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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