Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
20.6 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beavercreek, OR
Justin Warren
This 20.6-mile drive from Beavercreek to Portland, Oregon, is a quick 38-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $4, it's an economical option for exploring the Pacific Coast region. You'll primarily navigate via Milwaukie Expressway and Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard, with a 37% highway share. This route is straightforward and doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility for your schedule. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B within the same state.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukie Expressway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| South Beavercreek Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| OR 213 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Cascade Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Grand Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Morrison Bridge | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 4th Avenue | 0.2 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OR and Portland, OR.
Start on South Leland Road
Continue on South Leland Road
Turn left onto South Beavercreek Road
Turn right onto OR 213
Take the exit onto OR 213
Take the exit onto OR 213
Take the ramp
Turn right
Merge onto OR 224
Continue on OR 224
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Turn left onto Morrison Bridge
Continue on Southwest Washington Street
Turn right onto Southwest 4th Avenue
Continue on Northwest 4th Avenue
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.8 and 19.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto OR 213 toward I 205 North, OR 213 North: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto OR 213 toward OR 213 North, OR 224: 82nd Avenue, Milwaukie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto OR 224 / Sunrise Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Morrison Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.10 one way
$8.21 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $4.34 | $8.69 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.53 | $9.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Afternoon in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
1:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Rain
Destination
Afternoon in Portland on Sunday
Local time
1:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending highway speeds with more local road conditions. Around 37% of your journey will be on higher-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch without needing to turn is 4.1 miles on the Milwaukie Expressway. As you progress, the drive transitions, offering a dynamic feel rather than a monotonous interstate experience. You'll experience a variety of road types, keeping you engaged behind the wheel.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near OR 213.
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 20.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 6.8 miles (OR 213): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.7 miles (OR 213): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Beavercreek, OR to Portland, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukie along the way.
Milwaukie
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 20.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface 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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