Hillsboro, OR to Nyssa, OR is 404.9 miles and takes about 7h 40m via Old Oregon Trail Highway, Columbia River Highway, and Central Oregon Highway, with a fuel budget near $76 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oregon, taking you from the Pacific Coast region toward the interior. Expect a drive that's primarily on surface roads, offering a more grounded perspective of the landscape. It's a solid option if you're looking for a single-day drive with a clear destination and a manageable fuel cost.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
202.4 miles from Hillsboro, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Old Oregon Trail Highway
206.7 mi
3h 42m
Columbia River Highway
158.1 mi
2h 55m
Central Oregon Highway
7.9 mi
11m
Northwest Sunset Highway
6.7 mi
9m
Banfield Freeway
6.6 mi
8m
Sunset Highway
4.3 mi
6m
Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
2.4 mi
2m
Yturri Memorial Beltline
2.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Old Oregon Trail Highway
— 206.7 mi, about 3h 42m
Traffic on I-84
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 138 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,102 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,533
Quietest
2 AM
~117 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Nyssa, OR.
1
Start on North 1st Avenue
387 ft·17 sec·North 1st Avenue
2
Turn right onto Northeast Lincoln Street
0.8 mi·3 min·Northeast Lincoln Street
3
Turn left onto Northeast Cornell Road
2.0 mi·4 min·Northeast Cornell Road
4
Turn left onto Northeast Brookwood Parkway
1.7 mi·3 min·Northeast Brookwood Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Northeast Evergreen Parkway
0.9 mi·1 min·Northeast Evergreen Parkway
6
Turn left onto Northeast Imbrie Drive
0.4 mi·47 sec·Northeast Imbrie Drive
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto Northeast Cornelius Pass Road
0.2 mi·23 sec·Northeast Cornelius Pass Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward US 26 East: PortlandUse the right lane.
9
Merge onto US 26
6.7 mi·9 min·Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 26
4.3 mi·6 min·Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 26
0.2 mi·20 sec·US 26
Toward I 405 South, US 26 East: Salem
12
Merge onto I 405; US 26
0.7 mi·59 sec·Stadium Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto Stadium Freeway
0.5 mi·44 sec·Stadium Freeway
Toward I 5 North, I 84 East: The Dalles, SeattleUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 5
0.4 mi·40 sec·Marquam Bridge
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Exit 300Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portland AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The DallesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 84; US 30
6.6 mi·8 min·Banfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 84; US 30
158 mi·2 hr 55 min·Columbia River Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 84; US 30
207 mi·3 hr 42 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit onto US 30 BUS
0.3 mi·34 sec·US 30 BUS
Exit 374Toward OR 201: Ontario, Vale
21
Turn right onto US 30 BUS; OR 201
2.3 mi·2 min·Yturri Memorial Beltline
22
Continue on OR 201
2.4 mi·2 min·Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
23
Enter roundabout onto US 20; US 26; OR 201
244 ft·3 sec·Central Oregon Highway
24
Continue on US 20; US 26; OR 201
7.8 mi·11 min·Central Oregon Highway
25
Continue on US 20; US 26
0.3 mi·23 sec·Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
US 20; US 26
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 40m duration, starting early from Hillsboro is recommended to comfortably complete the 404.9-mile drive to Nyssa within daylight. With two planned stops, you'll have opportunities to break up the drive, especially considering the longest stretch is over 200 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $76, and plan your refueling stops strategically, particularly when transitioning to surface roads where services might be less frequent. The fact that this is a one-day trip allows for some flexibility if you encounter unexpected delays.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 202.4 miles from Hillsboro, OR, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 206.7 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 89 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 202.4 miles or 3h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nyssa, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hillsboro, OR
This is one driving day of about 404.9 miles and 7h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Hillsboro, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Old Oregon Trail Highway for about 206.7 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 19.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.5 mi into trip|~12m in|Northeast Imbrie Drive
Turn left onto Northeast Imbrie Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
17.4 mi into trip|~29m in|US 26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 26 toward I 405 South, US 26 East: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 405 South, US 26 East: Salem
7
18.3 mi into trip|~31m in|Stadium Freeway
Take the exit onto Stadium Freeway toward I 5 North, I 84 East: The Dalles, Seattle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 5 North, I 84 East: The Dalles, Seattl...
8
19.2 mi into trip|~32m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portland Airport
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 300
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portl...
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19.4 mi into trip|~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The Dalles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$81.55 one way
$163.11 round trip
$5.12/gal25.4 MPG avg142 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.43
$86.51
$173.02
premium
$5.67
$90.45
$180.90
diesel
$6.28
$100.05
$200.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$82
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$107–$132
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
121.5
1
$42.51
$19.44
Efficient EV
101.2
1
$35.43
$16.20
EV Truck/SUV
162
2
$56.69
$25.91
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
47 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Hillsboro, OR
Morning
in Hillsboro on Thursday
Local time
11:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Cloudy
0 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Nyssa, OR
Afternoon
in Nyssa on Thursday
Local time
12:33 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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
7h 40m 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 is mostly surface roads, with highways making up about 33% of the drive. You'll experience a long stretch of 206.7 miles on the Old Oregon Trail Highway, which is a good indicator of extended cruising on non-interstate roads. Expect to transition from highway driving to surface roads, which often means more local traffic and fewer exits as you progress.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 206.7 mi on Old Oregon Trail Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near Northeast Imbrie Drive.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 404.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles (Northeast Imbrie Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.3 miles (Stadium Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 7h 40m. Total distance: 404.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 40m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 206.7 miles on Old Oregon Trail Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 32 rest areas or service plazas 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 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 Nyssa, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 32 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles (Northeast Imbrie Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.3 miles (Stadium Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Nyssa, OR before the return drive.
