Myrtle Point to Beaverton is 231.7 miles and takes about 4h 48m via I 5 and State Highway 42, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day trip primarily traverses Oregon's Pacific Coast region, transitioning from coastal highways to the inland Interstate 5 corridor. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making it a straightforward drive for those looking to cover ground efficiently. With its relatively short duration and predictable route, this is a practical option for moving between the coast and the Portland metropolitan area.
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
115.8 miles from Myrtle Point, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
171.9 mi
3h 20m
Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
45.8 mi
1h 5m
State Highway 42
5.3 mi
7m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
4.8 mi
6m
Douglas Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
North Main Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
0.4 mi
1m
8th Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 171.9 mi, about 3h 20m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 41 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,322 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,711
Quietest
1 AM
~193 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Myrtle Point, OR and Beaverton, OR.
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Start on OR 42
0.3 mi·47 sec·8th Street
2
Continue on OR 42
490 ft·13 sec·Roseburg Road
3
Continue on OR 42
0.2 mi·23 sec·Maryland Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto OR 42
17 mi·23 min·Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
5
Continue on OR 42
5.3 mi·7 min·State Highway 42
6
Continue on OR 42
26 mi·37 min·Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
7
Continue on OR 42
0.7 mi·1 min·Douglas Boulevard
8
Turn left onto OR 42; OR 99
0.5 mi·44 sec·North Main Street
9
Continue on OR 42; OR 99
2.7 mi·4 min·Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
10
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
11
Merge onto I 5
172 mi·3 hr 20 min·I 5
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 292AToward OR 217: Tigard, BeavertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto OR 217
4.8 mi·6 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Given the 4h 48m estimated drive time, starting your trip in the morning from Myrtle Point will allow you to reach Beaverton with plenty of daylight to spare. The route includes only one suggested stop, but with the drive being under five hours, you can easily complete it without planned breaks if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before getting onto the longer stretches of I 5, as services can be spaced out. The fuel cost estimate of $46 is based on current averages, so it's a good benchmark for budgeting. Consider a quick stop in Roseburg if you need to stretch your legs or refuel before the final push north on I 5.
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 115.8 miles from Myrtle Point, OR, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 171.9 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 51 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.8 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaverton, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Myrtle Point, 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 Myrtle Point, OR
This is one driving day of about 231.7 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Myrtle Point, 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 171.9 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 49.7 and 231.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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49.7 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|OR 42; OR 99 / North Main Street
Turn left onto OR 42; OR 99 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
53.5 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
225.3 mi into trip|~4h 38m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
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 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
8
230.9 mi into trip|~4h 46m in
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
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 2A
Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
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231.1 mi into trip|~4h 46m in|OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.06 one way
$82.12 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$43.97
$87.94
premium
$5.04
$45.99
$91.99
diesel
$4.80
$43.75
$87.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.5
0
$24.33
$11.12
Efficient EV
57.9
0
$20.27
$9.27
EV Truck/SUV
92.7
1
$32.44
$14.83
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Myrtle Point, OR
Night
in Myrtle Point on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
NNW 5 to 13 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 5:11AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Beaverton, OR
Night
in Beaverton on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
N 3 to 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 5:11AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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
7 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
4h 48m 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?
This drive is mostly highway, with 79% of the 231.7 miles on freeways. You'll encounter a substantial stretch of 171.9 miles on I 5, where you can expect consistent cruising speeds and frequent exit ramps. The transition from surface roads like Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway and State Highway 42 to the Interstate will feel gradual, with the latter part of the route dominated by the high-speed environment of I 5. Be prepared for the merge into heavier traffic as you approach the Portland metro area.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 171.9 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 49.7 miles in near OR 42; OR 99 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 48m 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 49.7 miles (OR 42; OR 99 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 225.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Myrtle Point is said to be one of the best-preserved small towns in Southern Oregon. The town is at the southern end of the Coquille River Valley, about 25 miles inland from the city of Bandon along the Oregon coast. The historic downtown is accompanied by many traditional homes, with some being in mint condition and others in the process of renovation.
Top landmarks
•Coos County Logging Museum — industrial museum in Oregon, USA
Beaverton is a western suburb in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Beaverton is an economic center for Washington County along with neighboring Hillsboro. It is home to the world headquarters of Nike, Inc., and to about 100,000 people (2019).
Top landmarks
•Fanno Farmhouse — historic house in Beaverton, Oregon, USA
•Beaverton Downtown Historic District — historic district in Oregon, USA
•John Quincy Adams Young House — historic house near Portland, Oregon, USA
The longest stretch is about 171.9 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 49.7 miles (OR 42; OR 99 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 225.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Beaverton, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
