Hillsboro, OR to Gold Beach, OR is 285.4 miles and takes about 6h 58m via Oregon Coast Highway, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region of Oregon to another part of the Pacific Coast, primarily using surface roads. With a recommended single day of travel, this route offers a straightforward option for getting between these two points in Oregon. It's a practical choice if you're looking for a direct trip without extensive highway mileage.
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
142.7 miles from Hillsboro, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 28m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Gold Beach, OR.
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Start on North 1st Avenue
79 ft·6 sec·North 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·West Main Street
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Continue on Southwest Main Street
477 ft·13 sec·Southwest Main Street
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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
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Continue on OR 8
0.7 mi·1 min·Baseline Street
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Continue on OR 8
1.6 mi·3 min·North Adair Street
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Continue on OR 8
0.4 mi·55 sec·Pacific Avenue
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Turn left onto OR 47
6.8 mi·9 min·Tualatin Valley Highway
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Continue on OR 47
0.4 mi·58 sec·Front Street
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Continue on OR 47
7.6 mi·10 min·Tualatin Valley Highway
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Continue on OR 47
0.5 mi·1 min·North Maple Street
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Continue on OR 47
2.7 mi·3 min·Tualatin Valley Highway
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Continue on OR 47
0.5 mi·1 min·North Yamhill Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi·34 sec·West Main Street
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Continue on Northwest Meadow Lake Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Northwest Meadow Lake Road
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Turn left onto Westside Road
4.6 mi·6 min·Westside Road
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Continue on Northeast Baker Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Northeast Baker Street
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Merge onto OR 99W
200 ft·4 sec·Northeast Pacific Highway West
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Continue on OR 99W
1.2 mi·1 min·Northeast Adams Street
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Continue on OR 99W
0.7 mi·1 min·Southwest Baker Street
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Turn left onto OR 99W
0.3 mi·40 sec·Southwest Baker Street
Use the left lane.
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Continue on OR 99W
4.9 mi·5 min·Pacific Highway West
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Continue on OR 99W
0.7 mi·54 sec·North Trade Street
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Continue on OR 99W
13 mi·14 min·Pacific Highway West
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on OR 99W
0.4 mi·49 sec·Main Street
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Continue on OR 99W
2.2 mi·3 min·South Pacific Highway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Enter roundabout onto OR 99W
97 ft·1 sec·South Pacific Highway West
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Continue on OR 99W
2.7 mi·3 min·South Pacific Highway West
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on OR 99W
1.0 mi·2 min·Pacific Avenue North
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on OR 99W
19 mi·23 min·South Pacific Highway West
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on OR 99W
1.7 mi·4 min·Northwest 4th Street
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Merge onto OR 99W
3.8 mi·7 min·Southwest 3rd Street
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Continue on OR 99W
12 mi·16 min·State Highway 99
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Continue on OR 99W
0.8 mi·1 min·North 5th Street
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Turn right onto OR 200
0.2 mi·29 sec·South 5th Street
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Continue on OR 200
6.6 mi·9 min·Territorial Highway
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Continue on Territorial Road
1.8 mi·2 min·Territorial Road
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At end of road, turn right onto OR 36
8.4 mi·11 min·Highway 36
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Turn left onto Poodle Creek Road
6.8 mi·11 min·Poodle Creek Road
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At end of road, turn right onto OR 126
26 mi·36 min·Highway 126
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Turn left onto OR 126
14 mi·20 min·Highway 126
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Merge onto US 101
22 mi·33 min·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
1.3 mi·2 min·Winchester Avenue
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Continue on US 101
21 mi·30 min·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
0.6 mi·1 min·Sherman Avenue
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Continue on US 101
0.1 mi·20 sec·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
1.2 mi·2 min·Tremont Avenue
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Continue on US 101
0.9 mi·1 min·North Bayshore Drive
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Continue on US 101
1.3 mi·3 min·North Broadway
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 101
0.2 mi·34 sec·Evans Boulevard
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Continue on US 101
358 ft·10 sec·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
0.2 mi·35 sec·Newport Lane
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Continue on US 101
22 mi·31 min·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
0.6 mi·1 min·2nd Street Southeast
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Continue on US 101
25 mi·35 min·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
1.9 mi·3 min·Oregon Street
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Turn slight left onto US 101
0.3 mi·44 sec·6th Street
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Turn straight onto US 101
26 mi·32 min·Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on US 101
0.4 mi·25 sec·Isaac Lee Patterson Bridge
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Continue on US 101
1.3 mi·3 min·Ellensburg Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street
221 ft·9 sec·8th Street
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Arrive at destination
8th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 58m estimated drive time, starting your trip in Hillsboro in the morning is advisable to make good progress. While this route is designed for a single day, the longest stretch is over 116 miles, so consider a brief stop around the halfway point for fuel and a stretch. The estimated fuel cost is $57, so ensure your tank is topped off before you depart. Since the majority of the drive is on surface roads, pay attention to posted speed limits and be aware of local traffic patterns, especially when transitioning from Highway 126 to South Pacific Highway West.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 142.7 miles from Hillsboro, OR, or about 3h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.7 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 63 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.7 miles or 3h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gold Beach, 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 285.4 miles and 6h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Hillsboro, 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 Oregon Coast Highway for about 116.7 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 23.3 and 117.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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31.7 mi into trip|~52m in|OR 99W / Southwest Baker Street
Turn left onto OR 99W / Southwest Baker Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
52.7 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|OR 99W / South Pacific Highway West
Enter roundabout onto OR 99W / South Pacific Highway West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
117.7 mi into trip|~2h 54m in|OR 126 / Highway 126
At end of road, turn right onto OR 126 / Highway 126
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.57 one way
$101.15 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg100 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$54.16
$108.32
premium
$5.04
$56.65
$113.31
diesel
$4.80
$53.89
$107.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
85.6
1
$29.97
$13.70
Efficient EV
71.4
0
$24.97
$11.42
EV Truck/SUV
114.2
1
$39.96
$18.27
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Hillsboro, OR
Late night
in Hillsboro on Sunday
Local time
1:16 AM
PDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
NW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 2:01PM PDT until July 17 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 10:23AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Gold Beach, OR
Late night
in Gold Beach on Sunday
Local time
1:16 AM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Clear
N 13 to 20 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 2:01PM PDT until July 17 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 10:23AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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
30 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
6h 58m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route primarily uses surface roads, with only 22% of the drive on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 116.7 miles on the Oregon Coast Highway, offering extended periods of non-highway cruising. Expect to navigate through more towns and potentially deal with more frequent stops and lower speed limits compared to a freeway-dominated route. The profile is mostly surface roads, so plan for a consistent pace without rapid acceleration or deceleration often found on interstates.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
63 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 116.7 mi on Oregon Coast 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 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23.3 miles in 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 285.4 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 23.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.5 miles (Westside Road): Navigation decision point; at 31.7 miles (OR 99W / Southwest Baker Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Hillsboro is a city in the Portland Metropolitan Area in Oregon. It contains several districts such as hip and trendy Orenco in all of its high-density glory, along with more rural South Hillsboro, although the mayor's building program is building up this area into subdivisions as of 2022. Central Hillsboro and the downtown area contains buildings dated back to the 1950s, and a few earlier examples still exist. Northern Hillsboro around the airport is mostly industrial with no tourist attractions other than the hotels.
Top landmarks
•Washington County Jail — formerly listed on the NRHP in Oregon, was located in Hillsboro, has been moved,...
•Charles Shorey House — historic house in Hillsboro, Oregon, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 58m. Total distance: 285.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 116.7 miles on Oregon Coast Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Gold Beach, 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 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.5 miles (Westside Road): Navigation decision point; at 31.7 miles (OR 99W / Southwest Baker Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 13.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Gold Beach, OR before the return drive.
