This 251.9-mile drive from New Hope to Portland, Oregon, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 5 hours and 7 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 97% of the journey on main roads like OR 99 and New Hope Road. With an estimated fuel cost of $50, this trip offers a straightforward way to travel between the Pacific Coast regions of Oregon. Consider leaving early to maximize your daylight hours and make the most of this continuous journey. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
126 miles from New Hope, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 36m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
OR 99
241.4 mi
4h 44m
New Hope Road
3.4 mi
6m
Southeast 7th Street
2.6 mi
6m
Stadium Freeway
2.1 mi
3m
Williams Highway
1.7 mi
3m
Northwest Everett Street
0.3 mi
1m
Northwest Couch Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Northwest 8th Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
OR 99
— 241.4 mi, about 4h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Hope, OR and Portland, OR.
1
Start on New Hope Road
3.4 mi·6 min·New Hope Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto OR 238
1.3 mi·2 min·Williams Highway
3
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 238
0.4 mi·44 sec·Williams Highway
4
Continue on OR 99
2.6 mi·6 min·Southeast 7th Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Take the exit onto OR 99
241 mi·4 hr 44 min·OR 99
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 405
2.1 mi·3 min·Stadium Freeway
Exit 299BToward I 405 North: City CenterUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 2BToward Everett Street, Glisan StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Northwest Everett Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Northwest Everett Street
9
Turn right onto Northwest 8th Avenue
521 ft·27 sec·Northwest 8th Avenue
10
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
0.1 mi·32 sec·Northwest Couch Street
11
Turn right
110 ft·8 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour, 7-minute estimated duration, this trip is best tackled in a single day. Aim to depart from New Hope in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you get closer to Portland. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 241.4 miles on OR 99, and plan your refueling accordingly. The $50 fuel cost estimate is a good baseline for budgeting your trip expenses. A practical tip: utilize the initial stretch on New Hope Road to make any last-minute adjustments to your navigation or grab any forgotten snacks before settling in for the longer highway portion.
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 126 miles from New Hope, OR, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 241.4 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 55 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126 miles or 2h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portland, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Hope, 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 New Hope, OR
This is one driving day of about 251.9 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from New Hope, 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 OR 99 for about 241.4 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 251.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.4 mi into trip|~6m in|OR 238 / Williams Highway
At end of road, turn left onto OR 238 / Williams Highway
Navigation decision point
5
7.7 mi into trip|~16m in|OR 99
Take the exit onto OR 99
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
249.1 mi into trip|~5h 1m in|I 405 / Stadium Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 405 / Stadium Freeway toward I 405 North: City Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 299B
Toward I 405 North: City Center
8
251.2 mi into trip|~5h 4m in
Take the exit toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
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 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
5
251.8 mi into trip|~5h 6m in|Northwest Couch Street
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.18 one way
$100.36 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg88 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$53.11
$106.21
premium
$5.59
$55.45
$110.90
diesel
$5.61
$55.62
$111.23
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.6
0
$26.45
$12.09
Efficient EV
63
0
$22.04
$10.08
EV Truck/SUV
100.8
1
$35.27
$16.12
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
New Hope, OR
Night
in New Hope on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Portland, OR
Night
in Portland on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Cottage Grove, OR
126 mi in
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
5 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
5h 7m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 251.9-mile route. You'll be on main roads for 97% of the time, with OR 99 serving as a significant portion of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 241.4 miles on OR 99, indicating long periods of consistent driving. While largely highway, the integration of local roads like New Hope Road and Southeast 7th Street means you'll experience a mix of faster travel and more community-oriented segments as you approach your destination. This character ensures a consistent pace for much of the drive.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 241.4 mi on OR 99.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 99 and New Hope Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near OR 238 / Williams Highway.
Driving Effort5/10
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 251.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 3.4 miles (OR 238 / Williams Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.1 miles (I 405 / Stadium Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 7m. Total distance: 251.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 241.4 miles on OR 99. 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.
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 3.4 miles (OR 238 / Williams Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.1 miles (I 405 / Stadium Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Portland, OR before the return drive.
