Origin
Yoncalla, OR
Afternoon in Yoncalla on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yoncalla, OR to Gresham, OR
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
162.6 mi
262 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yoncalla, OR
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Gresham, OR
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Yoncalla to Gresham covers 162.6 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 23 minutes. Because this journey is well within the capacity of a single day, you can easily complete it in one outing without needing an overnight stay. Your travel budget should account for approximately $32 in fuel costs to reach your destination. You will be traveling entirely within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, making this a straightforward regional transit. Expect a direct, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and accessibility over rural detours. It is an ideal route for those looking to reach the Portland metro area from the southern Willamette Valley quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.3 miles from Yoncalla, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your journey on I-5, which accounts for a 133.1-mile stretch of uninterrupted interstate travel. As you approach the end of your trip, the route transitions from the main interstate onto I-205 and finally Southeast Foster Road to reach Gresham. While the bulk of the mileage feels like a standard interstate grind, the final segments provide a shift toward local road navigation. Prepare for consistent speeds for most of the trip followed by a more controlled pace as you navigate into the Gresham area.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 133.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Applegate Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 137.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 154.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Applegate Avenue
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
137.4 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
7
154.6 mi into trip
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~3h 5m in
Take the exit toward Foster Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17
Toward Foster Road
7
154.9 mi into trip
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~3h 5m in
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Southeast Woodstock Boulevard
Turn right onto Southeast Woodstock Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
159.8 mi into trip
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~3h 16m in
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US 26 / Southeast Powell Boulevard
Turn right onto US 26 / Southeast Powell Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 133.1 mi | 2h 35m |
| I 205 | 16.4 mi | 21m |
| Southeast Foster Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Powell Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Southeast Jenne Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 174th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Scotts Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 133.1 mi, about 2h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yoncalla, OR and Gresham, OR.
1
Start on Alder Street
139 ft
·
8 sec
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Alder Street
2
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
320 ft
·
10 sec
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Applegate Avenue
3
Turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
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Eagle Valley Road
4
Turn left onto CR 7
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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Elkhead Road
5
Turn slight right onto CR 7
460 ft
·
9 sec
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CR 7
6
Continue on CR 8
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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Scotts Valley Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
8
Merge onto I 5
133 mi
·
2 hr 35 min
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I 5
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 205
16 mi
·
21 min
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I 205
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 17
Toward Foster Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Southeast Woodstock Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Southeast Woodstock Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn slight right onto Southeast Foster Road
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Southeast Foster Road
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto Southeast Jenne Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Jenne Road
15
Continue on Southeast 174th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 174th Avenue
16
Turn right onto US 26
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Southeast Powell Boulevard
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on US 26
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
West Powell Boulevard
Use the none lane.
18
Turn left
118 ft
·
8 sec
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Planning a single stop during your 3 hour and 23 minute transit is the best way to keep your energy up. Since the route is heavily weighted toward high-speed highway travel, try to avoid peak commuter hours on I-5 to ensure your drive time remains predictable. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Yoncalla, as the $32 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Because you have the flexibility of a one-day trip, consider departing mid-morning to bypass the heaviest traffic flow near the end of your route. Checking local traffic reports for I-205 before you leave will help you navigate any unexpected delays as you transition off the interstate.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.3 miles from Yoncalla, OR, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.1 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.3 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 38m
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 Yoncalla, 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 Yoncalla, OR
This is one driving day of about 162.6 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yoncalla, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 133.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.3 mi from Yoncalla, OR · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.3 miles from Yoncalla, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 133.1 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Gresham, OR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.36 one way
$64.72 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $34.17 | $68.34 |
| premium | $5.59 | $35.77 | $71.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.12 | $72.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.07 | $7.80 |
| Efficient EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.23 | $6.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65 | 0 | $22.76 | $10.41 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Gresham, OR
Afternoon in Gresham on Sunday
Local time
2:59 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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 23m 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 Yoncalla, OR to Gresham, OR covers 162.6 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 205, Southeast Foster 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 81.3 miles from Yoncalla, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 137.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 154.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Yoncalla, OR to Gresham, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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