Origin
Beaverton, OR
Night in Beaverton on Saturday
Local time
9:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaverton, OR to Stayton, 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 12m
Distance
57.4 mi
92 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beaverton, OR
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Stayton, OR
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Trip Overview
This 57.4-mile drive from Beaverton, OR to Stayton, OR takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, with a significant portion on North Santiam Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, this highway-focused journey is an efficient way to travel within the Pacific Coast region. It’s a straightforward drive that doesn’t require an overnight stay, offering a practical travel option for those looking to connect these two Oregon locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 37.6 mi | 44m |
| North Santiam Highway | 11.6 mi | 14m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| North First Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Cascade Highway Southeast | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Broadway Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Lombard Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 37.6 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaverton, OR and Stayton, OR.
1
Start on OR 10
75 ft
·
6 sec
·
Southwest Farmington Road
2
Turn right onto Southwest Hall Boulevard
221 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Hall Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Southwest Broadway Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Southwest Broadway Street
4
Turn right onto Southwest Lombard Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Southwest Lombard Avenue
5
Turn left onto OR 10
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use 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: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 5
38 mi
·
44 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
12
Turn left onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
12 mi
·
14 min
·
North Santiam Highway
Use the left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
391 ft
·
9 sec
15
Turn straight onto CR 30
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Cascade Highway Southeast
16
Continue on CR 30
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
North First Avenue
17
Turn right onto West Washington Street
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Washington Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Beaverton, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44 — 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
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
44 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Be...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.43 one way
$22.87 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
| premium | $5.59 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Stayton, OR
Night in Stayton on Saturday
Local time
9:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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 12m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the route on major roads like I-5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.6 miles on I-5, providing a consistent pace. As you transition to North Santiam Highway, the character may shift, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination smoothly.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.6 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and North Santiam Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Hall Boulevard.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.4 miles you will encounter 14 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Beaverton, OR to Stayton, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Bend along the way.
Bend
44 mi in
|
~55m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 57.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.6 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Stayton, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 Stayton, 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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