Origin
Lafayette, OR
Late night in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
2:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
24.6 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lafayette, OR
Gian Tripodoro
Tigard, OR
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Lafayette to Tigard is 24.6 miles and takes about 40m via Southwest Pacific Highway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, making it a convenient option for local travel. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, so expect a more involved driving experience than a highway journey. It's a straightforward connection between two Oregon communities, suitable for a quick errand or a brief scenic detour if you have extra time.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Pacific Highway | 10.7 mi | 18m |
| Pacific Highway West | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Newberg-Dundee Bypass | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| South Springbrook Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Portland Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northeast Saint Paul Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, OR and Tigard, OR.
Start on OR 99W
Continue on OR 99W
Turn left onto OR 18
At end of road, turn left onto OR 219
Turn right onto South Springbrook Road
Turn right onto OR 99W
Continue on OR 99W
Continue on OR 99W
Turn right onto Southwest Main Street
Turn right onto Southwest Commercial Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto OR 18 / Newberg-Dundee Bypass
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto OR 219 / Northeast Saint Paul Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto South Springbrook Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto OR 99W / East Portland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Southwest Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.90 one way
$9.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $5.19 | $10.37 |
| premium | $5.59 | $5.41 | $10.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.43 | $10.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
2:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Tigard on Tuesday
Local time
2:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share. You'll spend your time navigating city streets and county roads rather than open highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.7 miles on Southwest Pacific Highway. The road will likely feel more intricate, with frequent turns and varied speed limits as you transition through different areas, requiring your full attention throughout the 40-minute journey.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near OR 18 / Newberg-Dundee Bypass.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 40m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (OR 18 / Newberg-Dundee Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (OR 219 / Northeast Saint Paul Highway): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (South Springbrook Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 24.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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