Traveling from Aloha to Coos Bay covers 211.2 miles of Oregon's diverse landscape. Expect a travel time of approximately 4 hours and 54 minutes, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. You will primarily navigate via I-5, Highway 126, and the Oregon Coast Highway to reach your destination. Budget about $42 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since both points sit within the Pacific Coast region, the transition remains consistent, though the inland-to-coastal shift offers a distinct change in scenery. This route is ideal for those who prefer an efficient, highway-focused drive rather than a multi-day expedition.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
105.6 miles from Aloha, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
75 mi
1h 28m
Oregon Coast Highway
43.5 mi
1h 4m
Highway 126
42.9 mi
59m
Albany-Junction City Highway
8.3 mi
11m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
5 mi
6m
Territorial Road
4.4 mi
6m
Suttle Road
3.8 mi
6m
Highway 99E
3.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 75 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aloha, OR and Coos Bay, OR.
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, SalemUse the right lane.
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Merge onto OR 217
5.0 mi·6 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.5 mi·43 sec
Toward I 5 South: SalemUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 5
75 mi·1 hr 28 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward OR 228: Halsey, Brownsville
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Turn right onto OR 228
2.3 mi·3 min·Halsey-Sweet Home Highway
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Turn left onto OR 99E
0.9 mi·1 min·West 2nd Street
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Continue on OR 99E
8.3 mi·11 min·Albany-Junction City Highway
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Continue on OR 99E
0.3 mi·45 sec·South 3rd Street
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Continue on OR 99E
3.5 mi·5 min·Highway 99E
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Continue on OR 99
1.0 mi·2 min·Ivy Street
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on OR 99
1.5 mi·2 min·Highway 99S
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Turn right onto OR 36
1.8 mi·2 min·Highway 36
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Continue on OR 36
0.5 mi·41 sec·Mapleton-Junction City Highway
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Continue on OR 36
1.6 mi·2 min·Highway 36
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Turn left onto Applegate Trail
2.6 mi·3 min·Applegate Trail
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At end of road, turn left onto Territorial Road
4.4 mi·6 min·Territorial Road
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Continue on Territorial Highway
2.7 mi·4 min·Territorial Highway
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Turn right onto Suttle Road
3.8 mi·6 min·Suttle Road
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At end of road, turn right onto OR 126
28 mi·39 min·Highway 126
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Turn left onto OR 126
14 mi·20 min·Highway 126
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Merge onto US 101
22 mi·33 min·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
1.3 mi·2 min·Winchester Avenue
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Continue on US 101
21 mi·30 min·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
0.6 mi·1 min·Sherman Avenue
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Continue on US 101
0.1 mi·20 sec·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
1.2 mi·2 min·Tremont Avenue
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Continue on US 101
0.9 mi·1 min·North Bayshore Drive
36
Continue on US 101
0.5 mi·1 min·North Broadway
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Turn right onto Market Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Market Avenue
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Turn left onto North 4th Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·North 4th Street
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Turn right onto Bennett Avenue
479 ft·16 sec·Bennett Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Bennett Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 54-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the travel time. Since the trip is relatively short, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule, though departing early helps you avoid potential congestion on the main transit corridors. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longer stretches on I-5, ensuring you are topped off before heading onto the more rural segments of the highway. Because this is a highway-focused route, prioritize consistency in your speed to maintain a smooth trip. Most importantly, use your single recommended stop to stretch your legs, as the transition between the interstate and coastal highways is the perfect midpoint to reset before arriving in Coos Bay.
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 105.6 miles from Aloha, OR, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 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 46 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.6 miles or 2h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coos Bay, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aloha, 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 Aloha, OR
This is one driving day of about 211.2 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Aloha, 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 75 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.8 mi into trip|~6m in|Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
Turn right onto Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
Navigation decision point
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2.9 mi into trip|~6m in|OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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3.7 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the ramp toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
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4 mi into trip|~9m in|OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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9 mi into trip|~16m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.07 one way
$84.15 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$44.53
$89.05
premium
$5.59
$46.49
$92.98
diesel
$5.61
$46.63
$93.26
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.4
0
$22.18
$10.14
Efficient EV
52.8
0
$18.48
$8.45
EV Truck/SUV
84.5
1
$29.57
$13.52
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Aloha, OR
Late night
in Aloha on Tuesday
Local time
1:57 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Coos Bay, OR
Late night
in Coos Bay on Tuesday
Local time
1:57 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Mostly Clear then Areas Of Frost
NE 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
42°F
Harrisburg, OR
106 mi in
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
11 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
4h 54m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a varied driving experience, with 62% of the route consisting of highway travel. You begin with a 75-mile stretch on I-5, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your journey. As you transition onto Highway 126 and the Oregon Coast Highway, the road's personality shifts from high-speed transit to a more localized driving pace. Navigating these different road types requires you to stay alert as the environment changes from inland corridors to the coastal path. Expect a steady, predictable rhythm behind the wheel that balances efficient highway miles with the necessary transitions required to reach the coast.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Oregon Coast Highway. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
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 211.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 2.8 miles (Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Aloha, OR to Coos Bay, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Brownsville along the way.
Aloha is a community of 54,000 people (2020) in Oregon, under 10 miles (16 km) to the west of Portland (Oregon). It is home to the prestigious The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club, and to the unnervingly creepy Harvey the Rabbit.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 54m. Total distance: 211.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Coos Bay, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
