Beaverton, OR to Altamont, OR is 277.7 miles and takes about 5h 51m via I 5, US 97, and State Highway 58, with a fuel budget near $55 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oregon, moving from the Pacific Coast region inland. It's a predominantly highway route that offers a straightforward way to cover distance. Consider this if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently with minimal fuss, as the drive is mostly on main roads.
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
138.9 miles from Beaverton, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
102.9 mi
2h
US 97
77.4 mi
1h 31m
State Highway 58
38 mi
52m
OR 58
31.8 mi
45m
Williamette Highway
12 mi
16m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
5 mi
6m
Crater Lake Parkway
4.6 mi
6m
Highway 58
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 102.9 mi, about 2h
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 25 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,444 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~265 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Altamont, 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.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·43 sec
Toward I 5 South: SalemUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 5
103 mi·2 hr·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto OR 58; OR 99
0.3 mi·32 sec·OR 58; OR 99
Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls, Goshen
11
Keep slight left at fork onto OR 58
32 mi·44 min·OR 58
Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls
12
Turn left onto Westfir Road
0.5 mi·48 sec·Westfir Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto Westfir-Oakridge Road
1.3 mi·1 min·Westfir-Oakridge Road
14
Turn left onto OR 58
0.7 mi·57 sec·State Highway 58
15
Continue on OR 58
3.0 mi·5 min·Highway 58
16
Continue on OR 58
33 mi·44 min·State Highway 58
17
Continue on OR 58
12 mi·16 min·Williamette Highway
18
Continue on OR 58
4.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 58
19
Merge onto US 97
77 mi·1 hr 31 min·US 97
20
Turn slight left onto US 97 Business; OR 39
4.6 mi·6 min·Crater Lake Parkway
Toward US 97 Business, OR 39: Klamath Falls, Reno
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Arrive at destination
US 97 Business; OR 39
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 51m estimated drive time, leaving Beaverton in the morning should allow you to reach Altamont with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. The fuel cost is estimated at $55, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you move onto US 97 and State Highway 58, where services might be less frequent than on I 5.
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 138.9 miles from Beaverton, OR, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.9 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 61 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.9 miles or 2h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altamont, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beaverton, 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 Beaverton, OR
This is one driving day of about 277.7 miles and 5h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Beaverton, 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 102.9 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 109.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Southwest Hall Boulevard
Turn right onto Southwest Hall Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
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0.6 mi into trip|~2m 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
5.9 mi into trip|~9m 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
6
109.6 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|OR 58
Keep slight left at fork onto OR 58 toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.21 one way
$98.42 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$52.70
$105.39
premium
$5.04
$55.12
$110.25
diesel
$4.80
$52.44
$104.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83.3
1
$29.16
$13.33
Efficient EV
69.4
0
$24.30
$11.11
EV Truck/SUV
111.1
1
$38.88
$17.77
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Beaverton, OR
Late night
in Beaverton on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
NNW 1 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 10:23AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Altamont, OR
Late night
in Altamont on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Smoke
NNW 0 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 10:23AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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
4 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
5h 51m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Crater Lake National Park
National Park
Crater Lake inspires awe. Native Americans witnessed its formation 7,700 years ago, when a violent eruption triggered the collapse of a tall peak. Scientists marvel at its purity—fed by rain and snow,...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
$30
near mile 220.3
Park Closure: Cleetwood Cove Trail is CLOSED for Rehabilitation
Park Closure: North Entrance Road and Rim Drive are CLOSED for the Season
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 95% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 102.9 miles on I 5. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface roads later in the trip. Expect frequent exits on the initial highway portions, followed by more open cruising as you progress.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.9 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and US 97. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Hall 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 277.7 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (Southwest Hall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,782 ft166 ft
Total Climb
4,617 ft
Total Descent
674 ft
Highest Point
4,782 ft
~178.6 mi in
Elevation Range
4,617 ft
Notable High Points
4,782 ft at ~178.6 miles+58 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Beaverton, OR and Altamont, OR, road signs point toward Klamath Falls and Goshen.
Beaverton is a western suburb in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Beaverton is an economic center for Washington County along with neighboring Hillsboro. It is home to the world headquarters of Nike, Inc., and to about 100,000 people (2019).
Top landmarks
•Fanno Farmhouse — historic house in Beaverton, Oregon, USA
•Beaverton Downtown Historic District — historic district in Oregon, USA
•John Quincy Adams Young House — historic house near Portland, Oregon, USA
Klamath Falls (sometimes called Klamath by locals) is a small Southern Oregon city found in the eastern foothills of the Cascade Range. Klamath Falls is at the southern end of Klamath Lake in the large Klamath Basin. Klamath enjoys quite spectacular views. Snow-covered Mount Shasta, one of the most prominent peaks in the United States, can be seen on the southern horizon, and the outlying areas are filled with acres of farmland. Popular with outdoor enthusiasts, birdwatchers, history buffs, and fans of rural America, Klamath is a place many people are glad they didn't miss.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 51m. Total distance: 277.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.9 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Hall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Crater Lake National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Altamont, OR before the return drive.
