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Trip from Hillsboro, OR to Oakridge, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 24m

Distance

156 mi

251 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 12m ★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 33m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 34m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and county seat of Washington County, Oregon, United States

Hillsboro, OR

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city in Oregon, USA

Oakridge, OR

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Trip Overview

Hillsboro, OR to Oakridge, OR is 156 miles and takes about 3h 24m via I 5 and OR 58, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oregon, moving from the Pacific Coast region to another part of the Pacific Coast region. With 85% of the drive on highways, expect a fairly direct journey, making it a solid option for a single-day excursion. You'll spend the majority of your time on major roadways, so pack some good tunes or a podcast to keep things interesting. The total travel time is less than 3.5 hours, so you can easily start in the morning and arrive by mid-afternoon.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

78 miles from Hillsboro, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 97.3 mi 1h 54m
OR 58 31.8 mi 45m
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
Highway 58 1.4 mi 3m
Southwest Roy Rogers Road 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 97.3 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OR and Oakridge, OR.

1

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

97 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 5
Toward I 5 South: Salem Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit onto OR 58; OR 99

0.3 mi · 32 sec · OR 58; OR 99
Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls, Goshen
17

Keep slight left at fork onto OR 58

32 mi · 44 min · OR 58
Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls
18

Turn left onto Westfir Road

0.5 mi · 48 sec · Westfir Road
19

At end of road, turn right onto Westfir-Oakridge Road

1.3 mi · 1 min · Westfir-Oakridge Road
20

Turn left onto OR 58

0.7 mi · 57 sec · State Highway 58
21

Continue on OR 58

1.4 mi · 3 min · Highway 58
22

Turn left onto Crestview Street

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Crestview Street
23

Turn right onto East 1st Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · East 1st Street
24

Turn right onto Maple Street

323 ft · 19 sec · Maple Street
25

Turn left onto Commercial Street

427 ft · 14 sec · Commercial Street
26

Arrive at destination

Commercial Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3h 24m duration and 156-mile distance, this trip is comfortably manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Hillsboro in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed arrival in Oakridge. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is 97.3 miles on I 5, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you embark on that segment. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $31, this is a straightforward drive with minimal logistical planning needed. Consider grabbing a coffee and a snack before you leave Hillsboro, as the majority of your drive will be on the interstate.

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 78 miles from Hillsboro, OR, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.3 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 34 miles or 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 78 miles or 1h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakridge, 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 156 miles and 3h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 97.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Oregon, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Keizer, OR

78 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Woodburn, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Salem, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 78 miles from Hillsboro, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Salem, Oregon

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 55.7

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15035815721

Umma Korean restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hillsboro, Oregon

1.5 mi

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, Oregon

2.6 mi

Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 55.7

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15035815721

Umma Korean restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19717121234

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15418129220

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 33.4

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+15419266717

Visit website

White's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 55.7

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15033630297

Visit website

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15419265755

Visit website

Encore Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 55.7

Salem, Oregon

Hours: Closed

+15039915792

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 111.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18555212244

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

bp pulse Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 111.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18332778573

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Lowell State Recreation Site

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 133.7

Lowell, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18005516949

Visit website

Ocean Plays Indoor Playground

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15036089066

Visit website

Mount Pisgah Arboretum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 122.6

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+15417473817

Visit website

Howard Buford Recreation Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 122.6

Eugene, Oregon

+15417473817

Visit website

OSH Museum of Mental Health

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 55.7

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 12–4 pm

+19715991674

Visit website

Snyder Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 22.3

Sherwood, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15036255722

Visit website

Alpacas of Oregon

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 11.1

Sherwood, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15033486958

Visit website

Clearwater Park and Landing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 122.6

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15417364544

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.3 and 155.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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
5
119.8 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in | OR 58; OR 99

Take the exit onto OR 58; OR 99 toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls, Goshen

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls, Goshen
6
120.1 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in | OR 58

Keep slight left at fork onto OR 58 toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls
5
155.9 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in | Maple Street

Turn right onto Maple Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.08 one way

$62.15 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $32.89 $65.78
premium $5.59 $34.34 $68.68
diesel $5.61 $34.44 $68.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 54.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 46.8 0 $16.38 $7.49
Efficient EV 39 0 $13.65 $6.24
EV Truck/SUV 62.4 0 $21.84 $9.98

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 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 15, 2026

Origin

Hillsboro, OR

Evening in Hillsboro on Saturday

Local time

7:47 PM

PDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oakridge, OR

Evening in Oakridge on Saturday

Local time

7:47 PM

PDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

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

3h 24m 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?

This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the journey utilizing major roads. You'll experience a substantial stretch of I 5 for about 97.3 miles, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to OR 58, the character of the drive may shift, though it remains a highway-oriented experience. Expect mostly smooth sailing on well-maintained roads, with limited opportunities for spontaneous detours off the main path. The overall feel is one of efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.

85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 97.3 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and OR 58. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.3 miles in near Southwest Grahams Ferry 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 156 miles you will encounter 18 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 21.3 miles (Southwest Grahams Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.8 miles (OR 58; OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Hillsboro, OR and Oakridge, OR, road signs point toward Klamath Falls and Goshen.

Klamath Falls

119.8 mi in | ~2h 30m | via OR 58; OR 99

Goshen

119.8 mi in | ~2h 30m | via OR 58; OR 99

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 24m. Total distance: 156 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 97.3 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.

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 Oakridge, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 21.3 miles (Southwest Grahams Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.8 miles (OR 58; OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Oakridge, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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