Origin
Depoe Bay, OR
Morning in Depoe Bay on Sunday
Local time
7:46 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Depoe Bay, OR to Tillicum Beach, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
33.1 mi
53 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Depoe Bay, OR
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Tillicum Beach, OR
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Trip Overview
Depoe Bay to Tillicum Beach is 33.1 miles and takes about 52 minutes via Oregon Coast Highway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Oregon, traversing the Pacific Coast region on both ends. Expect a local driving experience with frequent turns, making it a pleasant, unhurried journey. Given its brief duration, this route is ideal for a spontaneous excursion or as part of a larger coastal exploration without demanding significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Coast Highway | 33 mi | 51m |
| Northwest Nebraska Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Coast Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Evans Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Oregon Coast Highway
— 33 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Depoe Bay, OR and Tillicum Beach, OR.
1
Start on this road
48 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Southwest Coast Avenue
276 ft
·
18 sec
·
Southwest Coast Avenue
3
Turn left onto Southwest Evans Street
183 ft
·
10 sec
·
Southwest Evans Street
4
Turn right onto US 101
33 mi
·
51 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto Northwest Nebraska Street
378 ft
·
23 sec
·
Northwest Nebraska Street
6
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.6 miles from Depoe Bay, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Southwest Coast Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Coast Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Southwest Evans Street
Turn left onto Southwest Evans Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway
Turn right onto US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
33.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
Northwest Nebraska Street
Turn right onto Northwest Nebraska Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.59 one way
$13.19 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| premium | $5.59 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.48 | $1.59 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Tillicum Beach, OR
Morning in Tillicum Beach on Sunday
Local time
7:46 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Newport, OR
17 mi in
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
52m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll navigate a series of turns rather than settling into long stretches of consistent highway. With a 0% highway share, you’ll be on local roads for the entire 33.1 miles, primarily using Oregon Coast Highway, Northwest Nebraska Street, and Southwest Coast Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch is the full 33 miles on Oregon Coast Highway, indicating a continuous, albeit winding, path. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience that requires your attention due to the frequent changes in direction.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33 mi on Oregon Coast Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Coast Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Depoe Bay, OR to Tillicum Beach, OR is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Coast Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest Evans Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 33.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33 miles on Oregon Coast Highway. 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 Coast Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest Evans Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tillicum Beach, 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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