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Trip from Gresham, OR to Phoenix, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 52m

Distance

290 mi

467 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$58

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 39m ★
6 AM
5h 52m
8 AM
6h 18m
10 AM
6h 1m
12 PM
5h 59m
3 PM
6h 3m
5 PM
6h 17m
8 PM
5h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Multnomah County, Oregon, United States of America

Gresham, OR

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Downtown Phoenix, OR, OR

Phoenix, OR

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Trip Overview

This 290-mile drive from Gresham, Oregon, to Phoenix, Oregon, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 52 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, with Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 forming the backbone of your journey, supplemented by Southeast Foster Road. With a highway share of 96%, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $58, making it a budget-friendly trip. This route stays within the Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward transit between two Oregon communities.

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

145 miles from Gresham, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 263.2 mi 5h 8m
I 205 16.6 mi 21m
Southeast Foster Road 3.6 mi 7m
West Powell Boulevard 2.7 mi 6m
Southeast Jenne Road 0.9 mi 2m
Southeast 174th Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
North Main Street 0.3 mi 1m
Southeast 94th Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 263.2 mi, about 5h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gresham, OR and Phoenix, OR.

1

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, Salem Use 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: Salem Use 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

263 mi · 5 hr 8 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward Phoenix
13

Keep slight right at fork

256 ft · 6 sec
Use the right lane.
14

Turn straight onto North Phoenix Road

0.3 mi · 38 sec · North Phoenix Road
15

Turn left onto OR 99

0.3 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
16

Turn right onto 4th Street

299 ft · 13 sec · 4th Street
17

Turn left onto Church Street

73 ft · 3 sec · Church Street
18

Arrive at destination

Church Street

Trip Plan

With a duration of under six hours, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day adventure. Consider an early morning departure from Gresham to maximize your daylight and arrive in Phoenix with time to spare. You'll encounter one major stretch of driving on I-5, so plan for a single substantial stop for fuel and rest around the halfway point. Given the predominantly highway nature, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is key, especially during the longest 263.2-mile segment on I-5, to ensure you don't need to deviate from your planned route.

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 145 miles from Gresham, OR, or about 3h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 263.2 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 64 miles or 1h 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 145 miles or 3h in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 49m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phoenix, 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 290 miles and 5h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 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 263.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Oregon, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cottage Grove, OR

145 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

Salem, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Roseburg, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 145 miles from Gresham, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 263.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Woodburn, Oregon

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.4

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Salem, Oregon

1.5 mi

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, Oregon

2.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Legacy Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gresham, Oregon

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15034895056

Visit website

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.4

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 62.1

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15035815721

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.8

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15418129220

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.8

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+15419266717

Visit website

Busy Bee Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124.3

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15417476331

Visit website

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.8

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15419265755

Visit website

Le Petit Café Troutdale

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Troutdale, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19714198391

Visit website

Vault 244

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour Expensive mile 82.8

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417919511

Visit website

Legacy Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route

Gresham, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15034895056

Visit website

Morse Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 20.7

Lake Oswego, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Chargepoint Charging Staion

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 290

Talent, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

+18889982546

Visit website

Electric Era Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 207.1

Canyonville, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18884092980

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Gresham Historical Society

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Gresham, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15036610347

Visit website

Valley of the Rogue State Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 269.3

Gold Hill, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18005516949

Visit website

Sungate Place

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 248.5

Grants Pass, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15418621117

Visit website

Pottsville Historical Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 248.5

Merlin, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15414767319

Visit website

Mount Pisgah Arboretum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+15417473817

Visit website

Legion Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 41.4

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15039825240

Visit website

Rogue Rock Gym

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 290

Medford, Oregon

+15412452665

Visit website

Howard Buford Recreation Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 124.3

Eugene, Oregon

+15417473817

Visit website

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 289.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
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
7
289.2 mi into trip | ~5h 49m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$57.77 one way

$115.54 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 102 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $61.14 $122.28
premium $5.59 $63.83 $127.67
diesel $5.61 $64.03 $128.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$58

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$83–$108

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 101.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 87 1 $30.45 $13.92
Efficient EV 72.5 0 $25.38 $11.60
EV Truck/SUV 116 1 $40.60 $18.56

Gas CO2

101 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Gresham, OR

Evening in Gresham on Saturday

Local time

6:16 PM

PDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Phoenix, OR

Evening in Phoenix on Saturday

Local time

6:16 PM

PDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

39°F

Cottage Grove, OR

145 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

17 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

5h 52m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the 290 miles taking place on major roads like I-5. Expect long stretches of efficient travel, including one uninterrupted segment of 263.2 miles on I-5. The profile suggests a route where you'll spend most of your time on the interstate, allowing for consistent speed and minimal navigation challenges. While primarily interstate, brief transitions onto roads like Southeast Foster Road offer a change in scenery before rejoining the main highway.

96% 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: 263.2 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. 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.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 290 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

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

Gently rolling terrain

1,555 ft 181 ft

Total Climb

2,071 ft

Total Descent

878 ft

Highest Point

1,555 ft

~227.8 mi in

Elevation Range

1,374 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Gresham, OR

Full guide →

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).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 52m. Total distance: 290 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 263.2 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Phoenix, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Phoenix, OR before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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