Gresham, OR to Glide, OR is 206.9 miles and takes about 4h 17m via I 5, I 205, and North Umpqua Highway, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, moving from the Portland metro area south. It's a mostly highway route, making it a straightforward option for a single day of driving. You'll find the majority of the travel on major interstates before transitioning to a more scenic highway.
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
103.4 miles from Gresham, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
162.6 mi
3h 9m
I 205
16.6 mi
21m
North Umpqua Highway
14.6 mi
20m
Southeast Foster Road
3.6 mi
7m
West Powell Boulevard
2.7 mi
6m
Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Southeast Jenne Road
0.9 mi
2m
Northeast Winchester Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 162.6 mi, about 3h 9m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 30 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,012 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,374
Quietest
1 AM
~175 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Gresham, OR and Glide, OR.
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Start on this road
118 ft·10 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 26
2.7 mi·6 min·West Powell Boulevard
3
Continue on US 26
0.1 mi·29 sec·Southeast Powell Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Southeast 174th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Southeast 174th Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Southeast Jenne Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Southeast Jenne Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Foster Road
3.6 mi·7 min·Southeast Foster Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp onto Southeast 94th Avenue
0.3 mi·48 sec·Southeast 94th Avenue
Toward I 205 South: Oregon City, SalemUse the left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto I 205
17 mi·21 min·I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
508 ft·6 sec
Toward I 5 South: SalemUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on this road
0.9 mi·1 min·this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
11
Merge onto I 5
163 mi·3 hr 9 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward Roseburg
13
Turn left onto Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard
0.5 mi·43 sec·Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Northeast Garden Valley Boulevard
0.3 mi·30 sec·Northeast Garden Valley Boulevard
15
Turn right onto OR 99
0.5 mi·48 sec·Northeast Stephens Street
16
Turn slight left onto Northeast Winchester Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Northeast Winchester Street
17
Turn left onto OR 138
1.6 mi·2 min·Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard
18
Continue on OR 138
15 mi·20 min·North Umpqua Highway
19
Turn left onto Glide Loop Drive
0.3 mi·41 sec·Glide Loop Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Glide Loop Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day drive of just over 4 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Gresham in the morning will allow you to reach Glide with plenty of daylight remaining. The longest stretch without a major exit is over 160 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. With only one recommended stop and a reasonable drive time, you can easily complete this trip without needing to break it up, though planning for a fuel stop is always wise on longer drives.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 103.4 miles from Gresham, OR, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 162.6 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 46 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.4 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glide, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gresham, 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 Gresham, OR
This is one driving day of about 206.9 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Gresham, 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 I 5 for about 162.6 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 188.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.8 mi into trip|~6m in|Southeast 174th Avenue
Turn left onto Southeast 174th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.2 mi into trip|~9m in|Southeast Foster Road
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Foster Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
7.9 mi into trip|~17m in|Southeast 94th Avenue
Take the ramp onto Southeast 94th Avenue toward I 205 South: Oregon City, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 205 South: Oregon City, Salem
7
24.8 mi into trip|~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
6
188.6 mi into trip|~3h 51m in|Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard
Turn left onto Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.25 one way
$84.50 round trip
$5.19/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.52
$44.95
$89.90
premium
$5.72
$46.59
$93.17
diesel
$5.35
$43.58
$87.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.1
0
$21.72
$9.93
Efficient EV
51.7
0
$18.10
$8.28
EV Truck/SUV
82.8
1
$28.97
$13.24
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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 May 10, 2026
Origin
Gresham, OR
Afternoon
in Gresham on Wednesday
Local time
1:08 PM
PDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Sunny
NW 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Glide, OR
Afternoon
in Glide on Wednesday
Local time
1:08 PM
PDT
Current temp
70°F
Partly Sunny
NW 5 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
50°F
Turner, OR
103 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 17m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
For most of this drive, you'll be on the interstate, with 87% of the 206.9 miles covered by highways. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 162.6 miles, primarily on I 5. After this extended highway portion, you'll transition to surface roads for the remainder of the trip. Expect a good amount of merging and exiting traffic as you navigate the interstate system.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 162.6 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near Southeast 174th Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
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 206.9 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: at 2.8 miles (Southeast 174th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (Southeast Foster Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (Southeast 94th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
687 ft74 ft
Total Climb
774 ft
Total Descent
406 ft
Highest Point
687 ft
~206.9 mi in
Elevation Range
613 ft
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 Gresham, OR to Glide, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Roseburg along the way.
Gresham is the fourth largest city within the state of Oregon, with a population of 114,000 in 2020. It's the home of an annual jazz festival. It is a part of the Portland Metropolitan Area and is generally considered a Portland suburb.
The downtown area of Gresham can be easily missed by those driving along W Powell Blvd, but has a handful of restaurants and shops to offer, as well as Main City Park.
Top landmarks
•Charles and Fae Olson House — historic house in Gresham, Oregon, USA
•Dr. Herbert H. Hughes House — historic house in Gresham, Oregon, USA
•Emanuel and Christina Anderson House — historic house in Gresham, Oregon, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 17m. Total distance: 206.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 162.6 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 18 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 Glide, 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 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (Southeast 174th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (Southeast Foster Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (Southeast 94th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Glide, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
