If you are looking to travel from Beaverton to Brownsville, you are in for an 86-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes. This route is designed as a single-day trip, making it an easy choice if you need to reach your destination without the hassle of overnight planning. You can expect to spend about $17 on fuel for the entire distance. Since you will be navigating through the Pacific Coast region for the duration of the trip, the setting remains consistent throughout. Keep in mind that this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight shot, so it is best suited for those who prefer local roads over high-speed highway travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43 miles from Beaverton, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
75 mi
1h 28m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
5 mi
6m
Halsey-Sweet Home Highway
3.2 mi
4m
Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
West Bishop Way
0.4 mi
<1m
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
0.3 mi
<1m
Highway 228
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest Broadway Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 75 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Brownsville, OR.
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, SalemUse the right lane.
7
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
75 mi·1 hr 28 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Toward OR 228: Halsey, Brownsville
11
Turn left onto OR 228
468 ft·8 sec·Halsey-Sweet Home Highway
12
Continue on OR 228
0.2 mi·18 sec·Highway 228
13
Continue on OR 228
3.2 mi·4 min·Halsey-Sweet Home Highway
14
Continue on OR 228
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Bishop Way
15
Turn left onto Main Street
0.4 mi·53 sec·Main Street
16
Turn left onto Park Avenue
100 ft·4 sec·Park Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Park Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a turn-heavy local route, you should plan your departure for a time when traffic is lighter to ensure a smoother, less stressful experience. Since the trip covers 86 miles without any mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break, but be aware that you will be navigating local streets the entire time. Keep your fuel budget of $17 in mind as you plan your departure, and double-check your navigation before you head out, as local roads can be more complex to follow than a single highway. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your eyes on your GPS or map constantly, as the high frequency of turns makes it very easy to take a wrong exit on the local surface streets.
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 43 miles from Beaverton, OR, or about 53m 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 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43 miles or 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 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brownsville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beaverton, OR
This is one driving day of about 86 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Beaverton, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.9 — 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.
7
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
5
0.9 mi into trip|~2m 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.
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.13 one way
$34.26 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$18.13
$36.26
premium
$5.59
$18.93
$37.86
diesel
$5.61
$18.99
$37.98
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.8
0
$9.03
$4.13
Efficient EV
21.5
0
$7.52
$3.44
EV Truck/SUV
34.4
0
$12.04
$5.50
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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
Beaverton, OR
Night
in Beaverton on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brownsville, OR
Night
in Brownsville on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 46m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a technical and engaging experience behind the wheel, as this route relies entirely on local roads like Southwest Hall Boulevard, Southwest Broadway Street, and Southwest Lombard Avenue. With a 0% highway share, you will not be dealing with monotonous interstate cruising or high-speed merges. Instead, the road requires your full attention as you navigate through a series of turns that define the local character of the drive. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, the pace remains steady and demands frequent adjustments. This is a practical drive for those who enjoy the nuances of local navigation over the simplicity of a major highway.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 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 Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. You will hit about 12 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 86 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: 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 86 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). 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.
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 (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. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brownsville, OR before heading back.
