Origin
West Slope, OR
Afternoon in West Slope on Sunday
Local time
4:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Slope, OR to Albany, OR
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
67.7 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
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6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from West Slope to Albany, you are looking at a straightforward 67.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to complete the trip. Since both locations are situated within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, you will find the climate and general environment remains consistent throughout the drive. This route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing speed and directness over leisure, making it a functional choice for commuters or those heading south for business or errands.
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
33.8 miles from West Slope, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very highway-focused experience, as 92% of this trip is spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a combination of the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Southwest Canyon Road, and the primary artery of I-5. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a long, 57.4-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-5, which defines the rhythm of the drive. While the transition from local roads to the interstate is swift, the character of the road remains consistent once you settle into your lane. It is a no-nonsense, utilitarian drive that favors getting you to your destination quickly rather than offering winding, technical terrain.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 57.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. 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 OR 8 / Southwest Canyon Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.7 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 (OR 8 / Southwest Canyon Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OR 8 / Southwest Canyon Road
At end of road, turn right onto OR 8 / Southwest Canyon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
Turn left toward OR 217 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward OR 217 South
5
2.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
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OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
7.1 mi into trip
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~11m 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
5
7.6 mi into trip
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~12m in
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I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 57.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Canyon Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 1st Avenue East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| OR 99E | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Albany Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 57.4 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Slope, OR and Albany, OR.
1
Start on this road
130 ft
·
11 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto OR 8
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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Southwest Canyon Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward OR 217 South
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto OR 217
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 5
57 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 5
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto OR 99E
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
OR 99E
Toward OR 99E: Albany
8
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
508 ft
·
19 sec
·
Albany Avenue
9
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
10
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
11
Continue on Main Street Southeast
491 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
12
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue East
13
Turn left onto US 20
283 ft
·
14 sec
·
Ellsworth Street Southwest;Albany-Corvallis Highway
14
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
15
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue Southwest
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 26-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because the majority of your travel occurs on I-5, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain a steady pace. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the entire distance is easily manageable in a single stint. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, keeping that $13 estimate in mind for your budget. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor traffic reports for the I-5 corridor before leaving West Slope, as this stretch is the primary bottleneck for the entire journey.
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 33.8 miles from West Slope, OR, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.4 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 67.7 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.8 miles or 43m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Slope, 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 West Slope, OR
This is one driving day of about 67.7 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Slope, 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 57.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.8 mi from West Slope, OR · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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
Arriving in Albany, OR
The final approach into Albany, 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 Albany, 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
$13.47 one way
$26.95 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $14.23 | $28.46 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.89 | $29.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.04 | $30.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.48 | $4.33 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Albany, OR
Afternoon in Albany on Sunday
Local time
4:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
21 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 26m 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 Slope, OR to Albany, OR covers 67.7 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Southwest Canyon Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.8 miles from West Slope, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.47 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 8 / Southwest Canyon Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Slope, OR to Albany, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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