Origin
Aloha, OR
Night in Aloha on Saturday
Local time
10:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aloha, OR to Damascus, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aloha, OR
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Damascus, OR
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Trip Overview
Spanning 30.7 miles across the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, this trip from Aloha to Damascus is a straightforward local transit perfect for a single day. You should anticipate a travel time of approximately 48 minutes, though traffic patterns on local roads can influence this. With a modest fuel budget of just $6, the trip is highly economical for travelers moving between these two communities. Because the distance is relatively short, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It is a practical, no-frills drive that connects you efficiently through the region without the need for long-haul preparation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 205 | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| Southeast Highway 212 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| I 5 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Canyon Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 205
— 11.4 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aloha, OR and Damascus, OR.
1
Start on this road
136 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto OR 8
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
3
Continue on OR 8
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on OR 8
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Southwest Canyon Road
5
Turn right onto Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
298 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
6
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Farmington Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on OR 10
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto OR 217
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 5
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 205
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 205
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto OR 212
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Southeast Highway 212
Use the right lane.
16
Arrive at destination
OR 212
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.4 miles from Aloha, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 24.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
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.
7
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
6
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
7
12.4 mi into trip
|
~20m 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
8
24.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.12 one way
$12.23 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Damascus, OR
Night in Damascus on Saturday
Local time
10:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
Oak Grove, OR
15 mi in
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
24 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
48m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. Your navigation will rely on Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway, Southwest Canyon Road, and Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard to guide you toward your destination. Since the route consists entirely of local roads, you will navigate frequent intersections and turns instead of long, uninterrupted stretches of pavement. This transition requires your full attention, as the road character remains consistent in its urban and suburban feel throughout the entire 30.7-mile journey. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that demands alertness at every turn.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on I 205.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 205 and Southeast Highway 212. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Aloha, OR and Damascus, OR, road signs point toward Salem and Estacada.
Salem
3.7 mi in
|
~8m
Estacada
24.9 mi in
|
~37m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on I 205. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Damascus, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Damascus, OR before heading back.
How this page is built
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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