Beaverton, OR to Joseph, OR is 338.7 miles and takes about 6h 48m via Columbia River Highway, Old Oregon Trail Highway, and Wallowa Lake Highway, with a fuel budget near $66 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Pacific Coast region to another part of the Pacific Coast, staying within Oregon. Expect a drive that's mostly on surface roads, offering a more laid-back pace than a pure interstate experience. It's a manageable one-day drive if you get an early start, but you could also easily break it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
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
169.4 miles from Beaverton, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Columbia River Highway
158.1 mi
2h 55m
Old Oregon Trail Highway
94.3 mi
1h 42m
Wallowa Lake Highway
50.4 mi
1h 14m
East Highway 82
7.2 mi
10m
Banfield Freeway
6.6 mi
8m
State Highway 82
6.3 mi
9m
Sunset Highway
4.3 mi
6m
Island Avenue
1.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 158.1 mi, about 2h 55m
Traffic on I-84
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 100 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,403 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,920
Quietest
2 AM
~144 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 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 Joseph, OR.
1
Start on OR 10
75 ft·6 sec·Southwest Farmington Road
2
Turn right onto Southwest Hall Boulevard
439 ft·18 sec·Southwest Hall Boulevard
3
Turn right onto OR 8
0.7 mi·1 min·Southwest Canyon Road
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward OR 217 North: Sunset HighwayUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto OR 217
0.9 mi·1 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward US 26 East: PortlandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward US 26 East: PortlandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 26
4.3 mi·6 min·Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 26
0.2 mi·20 sec·US 26
Toward I 405 South, US 26 East: Salem
10
Merge onto I 405; US 26
0.7 mi·59 sec·Stadium Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto Stadium Freeway
0.5 mi·44 sec·Stadium Freeway
Toward I 5 North, I 84 East: The Dalles, SeattleUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 5
0.4 mi·40 sec·Marquam Bridge
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Exit 300Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portland AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The DallesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 84; US 30
6.6 mi·8 min·Banfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 84; US 30
158 mi·2 hr 55 min·Columbia River Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 84; US 30
94 mi·1 hr 42 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 261Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto OR 82
1.3 mi·1 min·Island Avenue
20
Continue on OR 82
0.3 mi·38 sec·West 1st Street
21
Turn left onto OR 82
0.3 mi·25 sec·North McAlister Road
22
Turn straight onto OR 82
9.3 mi·13 min·Wallowa Lake Highway
23
Continue on OR 82
0.5 mi·41 sec·Ruckman Avenue
24
Continue on OR 82
6.7 mi·9 min·Wallowa Lake Highway
25
Continue on OR 82
0.4 mi·31 sec·State Highway 82
26
Continue on OR 82
0.6 mi·51 sec·South 8th Avenue
27
Turn right onto OR 82
0.3 mi·27 sec·Albany Street
28
Continue on OR 82
13 mi·19 min·Wallowa Lake Highway
29
Continue on OR 82
1.6 mi·2 min·State Highway 82
30
Continue on OR 82
11 mi·16 min·Wallowa Lake Highway
31
Continue on OR 82
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Madison Street
32
Turn straight onto OR 82
450 ft·7 sec·State Highway 82
33
Continue on OR 82
0.4 mi·39 sec·West 1st Street
34
Turn slight right onto OR 82
7.2 mi·10 min·East Highway 82
35
Continue on OR 82
0.9 mi·2 min·State Street
36
Continue on OR 82
4.3 mi·6 min·State Highway 82
37
Continue on OR 82
4.8 mi·7 min·Wallowa Lake Highway
38
Continue on OR 82
0.4 mi·39 sec·West North Street
39
Turn right onto OR 82
0.4 mi·39 sec·North River Street
40
Turn slight left onto OR 82
5.5 mi·8 min·Wallowa Lake Highway
41
Continue on OR 82
0.4 mi·44 sec·North Main Street
42
Turn left onto OR 350
75 ft·1 sec·East Wallowa Avenue
43
Arrive at destination
OR 350
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6h 48m drive, aim for an early morning departure from Beaverton. With 338.7 miles and a fuel cost estimated around $66, it's definitely achievable in one day. The longest continuous stretch is 158.1 miles on the Columbia River Highway, so plan a break before or after that segment. Since most of this route is on surface roads, keep an eye on your speed and be prepared for more frequent changes in the driving environment. Remember to check your fuel levels, especially before heading into more rural sections.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.4 miles from Beaverton, OR, or about 3h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.1 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 75 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.4 miles or 3h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Joseph, 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 338.7 miles and 6h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 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 Columbia River Highway for about 158.1 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 8.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in
Turn left toward OR 217 North: Sunset Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward OR 217 North: Sunset Highway
7
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 26 East: Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 26 East: Portland
7
7.6 mi into trip|~12m in|Stadium Freeway
Take the exit onto Stadium Freeway toward I 5 North, I 84 East: The Dalles, Seattle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 5 North, I 84 East: The Dalles, Seattl...
8
8.6 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portland Airport
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 300
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portl...
8
8.7 mi into trip|~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The Dalles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$68.22 one way
$136.44 round trip
$5.12/gal25.4 MPG avg119 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.43
$72.37
$144.73
premium
$5.67
$75.66
$151.32
diesel
$6.28
$83.69
$167.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
101.6
1
$35.56
$16.26
Efficient EV
84.7
0
$29.64
$13.55
EV Truck/SUV
135.5
1
$47.42
$21.68
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Beaverton, OR
Late night
in Beaverton on Thursday
Local time
2:51 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Cloudy
SSE 1 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Joseph, OR
Late night
in Joseph on Thursday
Local time
2:51 AM
PDT
Current temp
37°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
60°F
Sunnyside, WA
169 mi in
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
8 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
6h 48m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route covers 338.7 miles, with only about 7% on highways. You'll experience the longest stretch on the Columbia River Highway for 158.1 miles. After that, expect mostly surface roads, which means you'll likely be navigating through towns and rural areas at lower speeds. The transition from highway to surface roads will be a noticeable shift in your driving environment.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 158.1 mi on Columbia River Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 338.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles (Stadium Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 48m. Total distance: 338.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 48m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 158.1 miles on Columbia River Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 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.
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 Joseph, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles (Stadium Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Joseph, OR before the return drive.
