This 252.5-mile journey from Hillsboro, OR to Grants Pass, OR will take you approximately 5 hours and 8 minutes, making it a manageable one-day road trip. The route primarily utilizes I-5, accounting for 91% of the drive, with initial segments on Southwest Hillsboro Highway and Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road. Expect a fuel cost of around $50 for this trip. Traveling within the Pacific Coast region, this drive offers a straightforward path south through Oregon. Its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile mean you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stop.
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
126.3 miles from Hillsboro, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
227.9 mi
4h 27m
Southwest Hillsboro Highway
9.5 mi
13m
Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
4.8 mi
7m
Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
1.9 mi
3m
Southwest 124th Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Southwest Roy Rogers Road
1.3 mi
2m
OR 99
1 mi
2m
Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 227.9 mi, about 4h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Grants Pass, OR.
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Start on North 1st Avenue
0.7 mi·2 min·North 1st Avenue
2
Continue on OR 219
7.7 mi·10 min·Southwest Hillsboro Highway
3
Continue on OR 219
1.8 mi·2 min·Southwest Hillsboro Highway
4
At end of road, turn left onto OR 210
0.7 mi·1 min·Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
5
Turn right onto Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
4.3 mi·6 min·Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
6
Continue on Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
0.6 mi·54 sec·Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest Roy Rogers Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Southwest Roy Rogers Road
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Roy Rogers Road
0.3 mi·41 sec·Southwest Roy Rogers Road
9
Continue on Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
1.9 mi·3 min·Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
10
Turn right onto Southwest 124th Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Southwest 124th Avenue
11
Continue on Basalt Creek Parkway
0.7 mi·1 min·Basalt Creek Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
0.4 mi·47 sec·Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Southwest Day Street
0.6 mi·53 sec·Southwest Day Street
14
Turn right onto Southwest Boones Ferry Road
0.2 mi·32 sec·Southwest Boones Ferry Road
15
Take the ramp onto I 5
228 mi·4 hr 27 min·I 5
Toward I 5 South: SalemUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit onto OR 99
1.0 mi·2 min·OR 99
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City CenterUse the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Northwest Savage Street
18
Turn left onto Northwest Washington Boulevard
0.3 mi·36 sec·Northwest Washington Boulevard
19
Continue on Northwest 4th Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Northwest 4th Street
20
Turn right onto Southwest H Street
196 ft·8 sec·Southwest H Street
21
Arrive at destination
Southwest H Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Hillsboro to avoid potential traffic. With only one suggested stop and a long stretch on I-5, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. The estimated fuel cost of $50 is a good budget to keep in mind, and it's always wise to fill up before embarking on the 227.9-mile segment on I-5. Given the highway-centric nature, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge and ensuring your vehicle is in good condition are key.
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 126.3 miles from Hillsboro, OR, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 227.9 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 56 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.3 miles or 2h 37m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grants Pass, 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 252.5 miles and 5h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 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 I 5 for about 227.9 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.2 and 251.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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10.2 mi into trip|~15m in|OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
At end of road, turn left onto OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
Navigation decision point
6
21.3 mi into trip|~33m in|Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
Turn right onto Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
22.5 mi into trip|~36m in|I 5
Take the ramp onto I 5 toward I 5 South: Salem
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
7
250.4 mi into trip|~5h 3m in|OR 99
Take the exit onto OR 99 toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, Cit...
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251.6 mi into trip|~5h 5m in|Northwest Washington Boulevard
Turn left onto Northwest Washington Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.30 one way
$100.60 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg88 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$53.23
$106.47
premium
$5.59
$55.58
$111.16
diesel
$5.61
$55.75
$111.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.8
0
$26.51
$12.12
Efficient EV
63.1
0
$22.09
$10.10
EV Truck/SUV
101
1
$35.35
$16.16
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Hillsboro, OR
Evening
in Hillsboro on Saturday
Local time
7:48 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Grants Pass, OR
Evening
in Grants Pass on Saturday
Local time
7:48 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
Springfield, OR
126 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
3 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 8m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The personality of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a significant 91% share on faster roads like I-5. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 227.9 miles on I-5, which suggests a consistent pace for most of your journey. The initial miles on local roads will ease you into the drive before merging onto the interstate. This profile indicates a route that prioritizes efficient travel over varied scenery, allowing for steady progress towards your destination.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 227.9 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Southwest Hillsboro Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 8m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles (Southwest Grahams Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,709 ft155 ft
Total Climb
1,761 ft
Total Descent
1,017 ft
Highest Point
1,709 ft
~234.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,555 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 8m. Total distance: 252.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 227.9 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.
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 10.2 miles (OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles (Southwest Grahams Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Grants Pass, OR before the return drive.
