Origin
Hillsboro, OR
Night in Hillsboro on Saturday
Local time
9:20 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.9 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillsboro, OR
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Clackamas, OR
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
This straightforward 31.9-mile drive from Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR is easily manageable in about 51 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with an estimated fuel cost of $6. The route primarily utilizes I-205 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, offering a convenient connection within the Pacific Coast region. Given its short duration and highway focus, no overnight stay is necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 205 | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| OR 8 | 8.7 mi | 16m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| I 5 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Oak Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 1st Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 205
— 11.4 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Clackamas, OR.
1
Start on North 1st Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Avenue
2
Turn left onto OR 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Oak Street
3
Turn slight right onto OR 8
8.7 mi
·
16 min
·
OR 8
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
298 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
5
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Farmington Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on OR 10
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto OR 217
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 205
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 205
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on this road
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
this road
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Hillsboro, 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
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 9.7 and 31.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
10.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
6
15.9 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
7
19.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
8
31.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
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 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.35 one way
$12.71 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.73 | $13.45 |
| premium | $5.59 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Clackamas, OR
Night in Clackamas on Saturday
Local time
9:20 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
51m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for 88% of this trip. The drive largely consists of efficient freeway travel, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being 11.4 miles on I-205. You'll navigate through sections of OR 8 and the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway before merging onto the main interstate. This route prioritizes direct travel over scenic detours, providing a predictable and swift journey.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on I 205.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 205 and OR 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in near OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 31.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Hillsboro, OR to Clackamas, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
Salem
10.6 mi in
|
~22m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on I 205. 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 Clackamas, 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 9.7 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clackamas, 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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