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Trip from Bay City, OR to Hillsboro, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 34m

Distance

65.4 mi

105 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 27m ★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Oregon, USA

Bay City, OR

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city and county seat of Washington County, Oregon, United States

Hillsboro, OR

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bay City, OR to Hillsboro, OR covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Wilson River Highway, Northwest Wilson River Highway, Northwest Glencoe Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.3 miles on Wilson River Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.03 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

32.7 miles from Bay City, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Wilson River Highway 31.3 mi 42m
Northwest Wilson River Highway 18.5 mi 25m
Northwest Glencoe Road 4.3 mi 7m
Oregon Coast Highway 3.9 mi 5m
Northwest Sunset Highway 3.5 mi 4m
North Main Avenue 1.5 mi 3m
3rd Street 1 mi 1m
North 1st Avenue 0.8 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Wilson River Highway — 31.3 mi, about 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bay City, OR and Hillsboro, OR.

1

Start on 5th Street

163 ft · 8 sec · 5th Street
2

At end of road, turn left onto US 101

3.9 mi · 5 min · Oregon Coast Highway
3

Continue on US 101

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Main Avenue
4

Turn left onto OR 131

1.0 mi · 1 min · 3rd Street
5

Continue on OR 6

31 mi · 42 min · Wilson River Highway
6

Continue on OR 6

18 mi · 25 min · Northwest Wilson River Highway
7

Take the ramp onto OR 6

0.4 mi · 29 sec · OR 6
8

Merge onto US 26

3.5 mi · 4 min · Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Toward Glencoe Rd., North Plains
10

Turn right onto Northwest Glencoe Road

4.3 mi · 7 min · Northwest Glencoe Road
Use the right lane.
11

Continue on North 1st Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · North 1st Avenue
12

Arrive at destination

North 1st Avenue

Trip Plan

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 32.7 miles from Bay City, OR, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.3 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 14 miles or 21m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 32.7 miles or 47m 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 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hillsboro, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bay City, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bay City, OR

This is one driving day of about 65.4 miles and 1h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Bay City, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Wilson River Highway for about 31.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Banks, OR, OR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Banks, OR

33 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

Tillamook, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vernonia, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Bay City, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Alice's Country House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tillamook, Oregon

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.9

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15038427927

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Garcia's Cocina

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tillamook, Oregon

0.4 mi

The Landing | Restaurant & Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bay City, Oregon

0.2 mi

Alice's Country House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.9

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15038427927

Visit website

Garcia's Cocina

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+19713896510

The Landing | Restaurant & Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Bay City, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+15033772895

Fern | Restaurant & Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15038424133

Visit website

Werner Beef & Brew

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+15038427114

Visit website

Luz Mexican Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15033542509

Visit website

Downie's Cafe Downtown

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: Closed

+15033772220

Umma Korean restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.1

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19717121234

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 60.4

North Plains, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

+18002750639

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 65.1

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 60.4

North Plains, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

Tillamook County Pioneer Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15038424553

Visit website

Tillamook Forest Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 27.9

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15038156800

Visit website

Willamette Valley Vineyards - Tualatin Estate

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 51.1

Forest Grove, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+15033575005

Visit website

Tillamook Creamery

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15038151300

Visit website

Oregon Coast Visitors Association

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 4.6

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15415742679

Visit website

Ocean Plays Indoor Playground

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 65.1

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15036089066

Visit website

Apolloni Vineyards

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 46.5

Forest Grove, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+15033593606

Visit website

Tillamook State Forest

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 13.9

Tillamook, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15033572191

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway

At end of road, turn left onto US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway

Navigation decision point

4
5.5 mi into trip | ~9m in | OR 131 / 3rd Street

Turn left onto OR 131 / 3rd Street

Navigation decision point

5
56.7 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in | US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway

Merge onto US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
60.2 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in

Take the exit toward Glencoe Rd., North Plains

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Glencoe Rd., North Plains
5
60.4 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | Northwest Glencoe Road

Turn right onto Northwest Glencoe Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.03 one way

$26.06 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $13.79 $27.58
premium $5.59 $14.40 $28.79
diesel $5.61 $14.44 $28.88

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: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.6 0 $6.87 $3.14
Efficient EV 16.4 0 $5.72 $2.62
EV Truck/SUV 26.2 0 $9.16 $4.19

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Bay City, OR

Late night in Bay City on Sunday

Local time

4:52 AM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hillsboro, OR

Late night in Hillsboro on Sunday

Local time

4:52 AM

PDT

Current temp

43°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

6 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 34m 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?

65.4 mi in 1h 34m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.

Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.3 mi on Wilson River Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Bay City, OR to Hillsboro, OR is easy. At 1h 34m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (OR 131 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.7 miles (US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.

Between Bay City, OR and Hillsboro, OR, road signs point toward Glencoe Rd. and Plains.

Glencoe Rd.

60.2 mi in | ~1h 24m

Plains

60.2 mi in | ~1h 24m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 65.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 31.3 miles on Wilson River Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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: near the start (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (OR 131 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.7 miles (US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hillsboro, 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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