Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
43.5 mi
70 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gresham, OR
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Mount Angel, OR
JOHN CALLERY
This 43.5-mile drive from Gresham, Oregon, to Mount Angel, Oregon, is a manageable 1-hour and 14-minute journey, perfect for a single day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for exploring within the Pacific Coast region. The route primarily utilizes South Barlow Road, I-205, and South Highway 99E, offering a mixed driving experience. You'll find this drive offers a good balance for a day's excursion, allowing ample time to enjoy your destination without feeling rushed. There are no designated stops on this route, so plan your breaks accordingly.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Barlow Road | 11.2 mi | 15m |
| I 205 | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| South Highway 99E | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Southeast Foster Road | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| West Powell Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| McLoughlin Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Wilco Highway Northeast | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Monitor-McKee Road Northeast | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Gresham, OR and Mount Angel, OR.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn right onto US 26
Continue on US 26
Turn left onto Southeast 174th Avenue
Continue on Southeast Jenne Road
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Foster Road
Take the ramp onto Southeast 94th Avenue
Merge onto I 205
Take the exit
Turn left onto OR 43
Enter roundabout onto OR 43
Continue on OR 43
Turn slight left onto OR 43
Turn right onto OR 43
Turn left onto OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Merge onto OR 99E
Turn left onto South Barlow Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Barlow Road
Continue on Woodburn-Monitor Road Northeast
Turn slight left onto CR 543
Turn left onto OR 214
Continue on OR 214
Keep slight right at fork onto North Main Street
Turn right onto West Church Street
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from Gresham, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 16.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Southeast 174th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Foster Road
Lane positioning matters here
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
Take the exit toward OR 43: West Linn, Lake Oswego
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto OR 43 / Willamette Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.67 one way
$17.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $9.17 | $18.34 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.58 | $19.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.60 | $19.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.57 | $2.09 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Gresham on Saturday
Local time
10:57 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Partly Cloudy
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 10:00PM MDT until April 18 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Destination
Night in Mount Angel on Saturday
Local time
10:57 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Partly Cloudy
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 10:00PM MDT until April 18 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
The drive from Gresham to Mount Angel features a 32% highway share, meaning you'll encounter a blend of faster-paced travel and more local road navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 11.2 miles on South Barlow Road, providing a good segment of consistent driving. This profile suggests a 'Mixed drive,' indicating you'll transition between different types of roads, likely starting with more urban or suburban access roads before connecting to the highway and then potentially moving onto more rural or scenic byways as you approach your destination. Expect the character of the road to evolve throughout the trip.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near Southeast 174th Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.5 miles you will encounter 17 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gresham, OR and Mount Angel, OR, road signs point toward Salem and Lake Oswego.
Salem
Lake Oswego
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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 43.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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