This 80.9-mile drive from Corvallis, OR to Beaverton, OR will take you about 1 hour and 41 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's perfectly suited for a single day. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this route is an economical option. You'll primarily be on I-5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, making it a convenient option for getting between these two Pacific Coast locations. Given the short duration and manageable distance, you won't need to worry about overnight stays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Corvallis, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
63.6 mi
1h 14m
Corvallis-Lebanon Highway
9.7 mi
13m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
4.8 mi
6m
Northwest Van Buren Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
0.4 mi
1m
Southwest 5th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest Farmington Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest 4th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 63.6 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corvallis, OR and Beaverton, OR.
1
Start on US 20; OR 99W
354 ft·16 sec·Southwest 4th Street
2
Turn right onto Southwest Madison Avenue
298 ft·10 sec·Southwest Madison Avenue
3
Turn right onto Southwest 5th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·Southwest 5th Street
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto Northwest Van Buren Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Northwest Van Buren Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto OR 34
9.7 mi·13 min·Corvallis-Lebanon Highway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
7
Merge onto I 5
64 mi·1 hr 14 min·I 5
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 292AToward OR 217: Tigard, BeavertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto OR 217
4.8 mi·6 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
For this efficient 1 hour and 41-minute drive, consider leaving Corvallis in the morning to avoid any potential midday traffic as you approach the Portland metropolitan area. Since the longest stretch is 63.6 miles on I-5, plan for a brief stop around the halfway point if you prefer to break up the driving. With a low fuel cost estimate of $16, you won't need to worry much about budget. Keep an eye out for lane changes as you transition between I-5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway; this is a common point where drivers might miss their intended exit.
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 40.4 miles from Corvallis, OR, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.6 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 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 51m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaverton, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corvallis, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Corvallis, OR
This is one driving day of about 80.9 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Corvallis, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 63.6 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 80.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Southwest Madison Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Madison Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Southwest 5th Street
Turn right onto Southwest 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
74.5 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
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 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
8
80.1 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
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 2A
Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
6
80.3 mi into trip|~1h 39m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.12 one way
$32.23 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$17.06
$34.11
premium
$5.59
$17.81
$35.62
diesel
$5.61
$17.86
$35.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.3
0
$8.49
$3.88
Efficient EV
20.2
0
$7.08
$3.24
EV Truck/SUV
32.4
0
$11.33
$5.18
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Corvallis, OR
Evening
in Corvallis on Saturday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Beaverton, OR
Evening
in Beaverton on Saturday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Light Rain
SSW 10 to 14 mph92% chanceLive forecast
43°F
Salem, OR
40 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
11 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 41m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 80.9-mile journey, with 84% of the drive on major roadways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 63.6 miles on I-5, so be prepared for a significant period of steady driving. While this route predominantly utilizes fast-paced highways like I-5 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, it begins with the Corvallis-Lebanon Highway, offering a slight change of pace before merging onto the main arteries. The overall feel is efficient travel across Oregon's landscape.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.6 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Corvallis-Lebanon Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Southwest Madison Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Southwest Madison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 74.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 41m. Total distance: 80.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.6 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 Beaverton, 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: at 0.1 miles (Southwest Madison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 74.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Beaverton, OR before heading back.
