Origin
Albany, OR
Night in Albany on Saturday
Local time
9:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
67.6 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, OR
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West Slope, OR
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If you are traveling from Albany to West Slope, you are looking at a 67.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stop. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel will cover your expenses for the duration of the drive. Since both locations are situated within the Pacific Coast region, you will remain in a familiar environment throughout the transit. Navigating this path requires a blend of local roads and highway segments, making it a straightforward trek for those comfortable with varied road types.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99E | 57.8 mi | 1h 8m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Canyon Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Albany-Junction City Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Albany Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pacific Boulevard Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and West Slope, OR.
Start on 2nd Avenue Southwest
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Continue on Salem Avenue Southeast
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
Turn left onto OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Take the exit onto OR 99E
Take the exit
Merge onto OR 217
Take the exit
Turn right onto OR 8
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.8 miles from Albany, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 65.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto OR 99E
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$13.47 one way
$26.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $14.25 | $28.50 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.93 | $29.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Albany on Saturday
Local time
9:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in West Slope on Saturday
Local time
9:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend most of your time on OR 99E, which accounts for the longest single stretch of 57.8 miles. Highway driving makes up only 7% of the total distance, so prepare for a slower pace as you transition onto the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway and eventually Southwest Canyon Road. The character of the road shifts noticeably as you leave the quieter stretches and enter the more populated areas near your destination. It is a technical drive that keeps you engaged through constant adjustments rather than long, high-speed intervals.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Salem Avenue Southeast.
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 67.6 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.7 miles (Salem Avenue Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Albany, OR to West Slope, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
Beaverton
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 67.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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