If you are looking to trade the suburbs for the Pacific Coast, this 93.5-mile journey from Hillsboro to Depoe Bay is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 27 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable drive that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your travel budget should account for roughly $19 in fuel costs for the round trip. The route transitions you from the Tualatin Valley directly toward the coastline via the Salmon River Highway and the Oregon Coast Highway. Because this path is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, it serves as a straightforward, practical transition between the interior and the shore.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.8 miles from Hillsboro, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Salmon River Highway
44.2 mi
1h 2m
Tualatin Valley Highway
17.1 mi
24m
Oregon Coast Highway
12.6 mi
22m
Westside Road
4.6 mi
6m
Northeast East Devils Lake Road
4.4 mi
9m
North Adair Street
1.6 mi
3m
Northeast Adams Street
1.2 mi
1m
West Main Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Salmon River Highway
— 44.2 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Depoe Bay, OR.
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Start on North 1st Avenue
79 ft·6 sec·North 1st Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·West Main Street
3
Continue on Southwest Main Street
477 ft·13 sec·Southwest Main Street
4
Turn right onto OR 8
0.4 mi·43 sec·Southwest Baseline Street
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Continue on OR 8
0.9 mi·1 min·Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway
6
Continue on OR 8
0.7 mi·1 min·Baseline Street
7
Continue on OR 8
1.6 mi·3 min·North Adair Street
8
Continue on OR 8
0.4 mi·55 sec·Pacific Avenue
9
Turn left onto OR 47
6.8 mi·9 min·Tualatin Valley Highway
10
Continue on OR 47
0.4 mi·58 sec·Front Street
11
Continue on OR 47
7.6 mi·10 min·Tualatin Valley Highway
12
Continue on OR 47
0.5 mi·1 min·North Maple Street
13
Continue on OR 47
2.7 mi·3 min·Tualatin Valley Highway
14
Continue on OR 47
0.5 mi·1 min·North Yamhill Street
15
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi·34 sec·West Main Street
16
Continue on Northwest Meadow Lake Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Northwest Meadow Lake Road
17
Turn left onto Westside Road
4.6 mi·6 min·Westside Road
18
Continue on Northeast Baker Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Northeast Baker Street
19
Merge onto OR 99W
200 ft·4 sec·Northeast Pacific Highway West
20
Continue on OR 99W
1.2 mi·1 min·Northeast Adams Street
21
Continue on OR 99W
0.7 mi·1 min·Southwest Baker Street
22
Continue on Salmon River Highway
44 mi·1 hr 2 min·Salmon River Highway
23
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·1 min·this road
24
Merge onto US 101
0.7 mi·1 min·Oregon Coast Highway
25
Turn left onto Northeast East Devils Lake Road
0.3 mi·39 sec·Northeast East Devils Lake Road
26
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast East Devils Lake Road
4.1 mi·8 min·Northeast East Devils Lake Road
27
Turn left onto US 101
12 mi·21 min·Oregon Coast Highway
28
Turn right onto Southwest Ellingson Street
161 ft·7 sec·Southwest Ellingson Street
29
Turn straight
48 ft·3 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid high-traffic periods on the smaller highways. Since the total travel time is under two and a half hours, you have the flexibility to make this a quick out-and-back journey, but keeping your pace steady is essential given the technical nature of the roads. Plan for your fuel stops before leaving Hillsboro, as the $19 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency on winding, non-highway roads. A concrete tip for this specific trek is to prioritize your focus on the Salmon River Highway portion; its 44.2-mile length is your longest uninterrupted stretch, so use that time to settle into a comfortable rhythm before reaching the coast.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.8 miles from Hillsboro, OR, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.2 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 21 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.8 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Depoe Bay, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro, OR
This is one driving day of about 93.5 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Hillsboro, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Salmon River Highway for about 44.2 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 77.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street
Turn right onto OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street
Navigation decision point
4
23.3 mi into trip|~38m in|West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
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24.5 mi into trip|~40m in|Westside Road
Turn left onto Westside Road
Navigation decision point
4
77.4 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|Northeast East Devils Lake Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast East Devils Lake Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.63 one way
$37.25 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$19.71
$39.42
premium
$5.59
$20.58
$41.16
diesel
$5.61
$20.64
$41.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.1
0
$9.82
$4.49
Efficient EV
23.4
0
$8.18
$3.74
EV Truck/SUV
37.4
0
$13.09
$5.98
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Hillsboro, OR
Afternoon
in Hillsboro on Sunday
Local time
2:58 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Depoe Bay, OR
Afternoon
in Depoe Bay on Sunday
Local time
2:58 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Dallas, OR
47 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
11 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
2h 27m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a hands-on driving experience, as this route lacks any significant interstate travel, keeping you on local roads for the entire duration. You will navigate a series of technical turns that define the character of the journey, particularly as you transition off the Tualatin Valley Highway. The most significant stretch you will encounter is a 44.2-mile run along the Salmon River Highway, which acts as the backbone of your trip. Since the highway share is 0%, you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace rather than a monotonous highway cruise. Stay alert for changing road conditions as you move away from the valley and head toward the coast.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.2 mi on Salmon River Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Main Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 93.5 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
695 ft17 ft
Total Climb
631 ft
Total Descent
762 ft
Highest Point
695 ft
~60.1 mi in
Elevation Range
679 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 93.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.2 miles on Salmon River Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (OR 8 / Southwest Baseline Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Depoe Bay, OR before heading back.
