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Trip from Odell, OR to Hillsboro, OR

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

Drive Time

2h

Distance

88.5 mi

142 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 52m ★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m

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

Downtown Odell, OR, OR

Odell, OR

Meriç Tuna

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

Hillsboro, OR

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Trip Overview

This 88.5-mile journey from Odell, OR, to Hillsboro, OR, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours to complete. You'll primarily travel on the Columbia River Highway, Banfield Freeway, and Mount Hood Highway, with about 16% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is $18. This drive is characterized by frequent turns and local road sections, making it a more engaging experience than a simple interstate cruise. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time to enjoy the drive without the need for an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

44.3 miles from Odell, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Columbia River Highway 54.7 mi 1h 4m
Banfield Freeway 6.8 mi 9m
Mount Hood Highway 6.4 mi 9m
Northeast Cornell Road 5.8 mi 12m
US 26 5 mi 7m
Northwest Sunset Highway 3.1 mi 4m
Northwest Cornell Road 1.7 mi 3m
I 5 1.1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Columbia River Highway — 54.7 mi, about 1h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

409 ft · 32 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto OR 282

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Odell Highway
3

Continue on OR 282

0.8 mi · 1 min · Davis Drive
4

At end of road, turn left onto OR 35

6.4 mi · 9 min · Mount Hood Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Continue on OR 35

0.3 mi · 57 sec · Button Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
6

Continue on US 30; OR 35

431 ft · 19 sec · Button Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 84 West: Portland Use the left lane.
8

Merge onto I 84

55 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Columbia River Highway
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on I 84; US 30

6.8 mi · 9 min · Banfield Freeway
Toward Portland Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem, OMSI, City Center
11

Keep slight left at fork

261 ft · 4 sec
Toward I 5 South: Beaverton, Salem Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 5

1.1 mi · 1 min · I 5
13

Take the exit onto Stadium Freeway

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Stadium Freeway
Toward I 405, US 26: Beaverton
14

Merge onto I 405

0.7 mi · 59 sec · Stadium Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit onto US 26

5.0 mi · 7 min · US 26
Exit 1D Toward US 26 West: Beaverton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on US 26

3.1 mi · 4 min · Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 65 Toward Cornell Road, Bethany Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight left at fork

202 ft · 9 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
19

Turn left onto Northwest Cornell Road

1.7 mi · 3 min · Northwest Cornell Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
20

Continue on Northeast Cornell Road

5.1 mi · 10 min · Northeast Cornell Road
Use the right lane.
21

Continue on Northeast Cornell Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Northeast Cornell Road
22

Turn slight right

229 ft · 10 sec
23

Turn right onto East Main Street

0.7 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
Use the right lane.
24

Turn right onto North 1st Avenue

79 ft · 2 sec · North 1st Avenue
Use the right lane.
25

Arrive at destination

North 1st Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour, 88.5-mile drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure. Since there are no specified stops and the journey is short, you can easily adjust your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $18, and plan accordingly, especially if you're starting with a low tank. A specific tip for this route is to be prepared for the numerous turns; familiarize yourself with the Columbia River Highway section, as it represents your longest continuous stretch, and ensure you have reliable navigation. This drive is best enjoyed without the pressure of a long haul, allowing you to focus on the local road experience.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.3 miles from Odell, OR, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.7 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 19 miles or 25m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 44.3 miles or 55m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hillsboro, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Odell, 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 Odell, OR

This is one driving day of about 88.5 miles and 2h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Odell, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Columbia River Highway for about 54.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Mill Plain, WA, WA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mill Plain, WA

44 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

Carson, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Washougal, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Odell, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Le Pigeon

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $100 or ab mile 69.6

Hours: 5–10 pm

+15035468796

Visit website

Lechon

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

0.4 mi

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine | Pearl District

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lan Su Chinese Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 69.6

Hours: 10 am–6:30 pm

+15032288131

Visit website

TwentySix Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

1.2 mi

Futura Coffee Roasters - Glisan St

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

1.9 mi

Le Pigeon

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $100 or ab mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 5–10 pm

+15035468796

Visit website

Lechon

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15032199000

Visit website

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine | Pearl District

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+19717544966

Visit website

Café UNITED

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15039841072

Visit website

Grits N' Gravy

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15032273903

Visit website

The Society Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15034450444

Visit website

Nicholas Restaurant Lebanese and Mediterranean Cuisine

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15032355123

Visit website

Bette's Place

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.3

Hood River, Oregon

Hours: 5:30 am–2 pm

+15413861880

Visit website

Lan Su Chinese Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–6:30 pm

+15032288131

Visit website

TwentySix Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Futura Coffee Roasters - Glisan St

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 63.2

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17609859086

Visit website

Bipartisan Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 63.2

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+15032531051

Visit website

Common Grounds Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15033419528

Visit website

Cafe Ume

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+15035227160

Visit website

Marino Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15032311313

Visit website

Café Zamora

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7:30 am–2:30 pm

+19713367398

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 6.3

Hood River, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 88.5

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 6.3

Hood River, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 6.3

Hood River, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 88.5

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 6.3

Hood River, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 88.5

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18555212244

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 88.5

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Magnolia Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 82.2

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+15036290111

Visit website

Play Street Museum - Beaverton

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 82.2

Hillsboro, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+15034703229

Visit website

Hopscotch Portland

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18334779229

Visit website

Powell's City of Books

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 69.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18008787323

Visit website

Hour to Midnight - Escape Rooms Portland

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 63.2

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+15036733948

Visit website

The Grotto

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 63.2

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–6:30 pm

+15032547371

Visit website

Gateway Discovery Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 63.2

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

Visit website

Tanner Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 69.6

Portland, OR

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+15038237529

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 80.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
7.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the ramp toward I 84 West: Portland

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 84 West: Portland
8
69.8 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Beaverton, Salem

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 5 South: Beaverton, Salem
7
72 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in | US 26

Take the exit onto US 26 toward US 26 West: Beaverton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1D Toward US 26 West: Beaverton
8
80 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in

Take the exit toward Cornell Road, Bethany Boulevard

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 65 Toward Cornell Road, Bethany Boulevard
7
80.2 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.63 one way

$35.26 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $18.66 $37.32
premium $5.59 $19.48 $38.96
diesel $5.61 $19.54 $39.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.6 0 $9.29 $4.25
Efficient EV 22.1 0 $7.74 $3.54
EV Truck/SUV 35.4 0 $12.39 $5.66

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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

Odell, OR

Late night in Odell on Sunday

Local time

3:10 AM

PDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hillsboro, OR

Late night in Hillsboro on Sunday

Local time

3:10 AM

PDT

Current temp

43°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

25 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

2h 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?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 88.5-mile route. While 16% of the journey involves highway travel, the majority of your time will be spent navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 54.7 miles along the Columbia River Highway, offering a more continuous driving experience within the local road segments. This profile suggests a drive that requires consistent attention to navigation and road conditions, rather than a monotonous highway cruise. The road will likely change character frequently as you transition between different types of thoroughfares.

Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.7 mi on Columbia River Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 7.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 88.5 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 7.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 69.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72 miles (US 26): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Odell, OR and Hillsboro, OR, road signs point toward Portland, Omsi, City Center and Salem.

Portland

62.7 mi in | ~1h 16m | via I 84; US 30

Omsi

69.5 mi in | ~1h 26m

City Center

69.5 mi in | ~1h 26m

Salem

69.8 mi in | ~1h 26m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 88.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 54.7 miles on Columbia River Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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

The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 69.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72 miles (US 26): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hillsboro, OR before heading back.

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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