Origin
Hillsboro, OR
Night in Hillsboro on Saturday
Local time
9:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillsboro, OR to Lake Oswego, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
20.2 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
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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Lake Oswego, OR
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Hillsboro to Lake Oswego, you are facing a manageable 26.9-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes to complete. Because this trip is short and straightforward, it works perfectly as a quick day trip, meaning you certainly won't need to plan for any overnight stays. You can expect to spend roughly $5 on fuel for this transit, making it a very budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Pacific Coast region communities. Since the entire route is comprised of local roads, you should prepare for a drive that prioritizes navigation through suburban streets rather than open highway cruising. Ultimately, this is a practical, no-fuss connection that allows for significant flexibility in your daily schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 8 | 8.7 mi | 16m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Country Club Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Kruse Way | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Southeast Oak Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Boones Ferry Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 8
— 8.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Lake Oswego, 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
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on OR 217
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kruse Way
Use the straight lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto Boones Ferry Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Boones Ferry Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
12
Turn straight onto Country Club Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Country Club Road
13
Continue on A Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
A Avenue
14
Turn left
214 ft
·
15 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 9.7 and 20.1 — 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
5
10.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
17.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
Boones Ferry Road
At end of road, turn left onto Boones Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
20.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.02 one way
$8.05 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.45 | $8.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Lake Oswego, OR
Night in Lake Oswego on Saturday
Local time
9:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°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
17 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
38m 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 turn-heavy local drive as you make your way across the region without relying on interstate systems. You will navigate primarily via Southeast Oak Street, Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard, and Southwest Farmington Road, keeping your focus on active steering rather than long, monotonous stretches. Because your highway share for this trip is 0%, you should anticipate a consistent stream of intersections and local traffic patterns throughout the entire 38-minute duration. This route lacks any significant uninterrupted highway segments, so be ready for a drive that requires your full attention from start to finish. It is a technical, low-speed experience that feels distinctly urban in its pacing.
68% 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: 8.7 mi on OR 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 8 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in near OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 20.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 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 10.8 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
384 ft
153 ft
Total Climb
280 ft
Total Descent
295 ft
Highest Point
384 ft
~18.7 mi in
Elevation Range
231 ft
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 Lake Oswego, 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 38m. Total distance: 20.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.7 miles on OR 8. 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 Lake Oswego, 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 10.8 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lake Oswego, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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