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Trip from Phoenix, OR to Portland, OR

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

Drive Time

5h 32m

Distance

278.6 mi

448 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$56

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 19m ★
6 AM
5h 32m
8 AM
5h 59m
10 AM
5h 42m
12 PM
5h 39m
3 PM
5h 43m
5 PM
5h 58m
8 PM
5h 24m

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

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Downtown Phoenix, OR, OR

Phoenix, OR

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Trip Overview

This 278.6-mile drive from Phoenix, Oregon, to Portland, Oregon, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 32 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-5 for nearly the entire journey, making it a straightforward, highway-focused trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $56, it's an economical option for traversing the Pacific Coast region within Oregon. The route is best suited for those who prefer efficient travel over extensive sightseeing, as it's largely an interstate experience. Planning for one stop along the way should be sufficient for this relatively short, direct drive.

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

139.3 miles from Phoenix, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 274.7 mi 5h 23m
Stadium Freeway 2.1 mi 3m
Northwest Everett Street 0.3 mi 1m
North Phoenix Road 0.3 mi <1m
North Main Street 0.1 mi <1m
Bear Creek Drive 0.1 mi <1m
East Bolz Road 0.1 mi <1m
Northwest Couch Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 274.7 mi, about 5h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Phoenix, OR and Portland, OR.

1

Start on Church Street

73 ft · 5 sec · Church Street
2

Turn right onto 4th Street

0.1 mi · 26 sec · 4th Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto OR 99

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Bear Creek Drive
4

Turn straight onto OR 99

0.1 mi · 21 sec · North Main Street
5

Turn right onto East Bolz Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · East Bolz Road
6

Continue on North Phoenix Road

0.3 mi · 31 sec · North Phoenix Road
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
8

Merge onto I 5

275 mi · 5 hr 23 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 405

2.1 mi · 3 min · Stadium Freeway
Exit 299B Toward I 405 North: City Center Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 2B Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Turn right onto Northwest Everett Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Northwest Everett Street
12

Turn right onto Northwest 8th Avenue

521 ft · 27 sec · Northwest 8th Avenue
13

Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Northwest Couch Street
14

Turn right

110 ft · 8 sec
15

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5-hour, 32-minute drive, consider departing early in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Portland. With a longest stretch of 274.7 miles on I-5, plan for a single fuel and rest stop midway to break up the driving. The estimated fuel cost of $56 is manageable, but it's always wise to check current prices. Given the highway-focused nature, the main challenge will be navigating urban traffic upon arrival in Portland, so factor that into your timing.

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 139.3 miles from Phoenix, OR, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 274.7 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 61 miles or 1h 13m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 139.3 miles or 2h 45m 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 30m

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 Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, OR

This is one driving day of about 278.6 miles and 5h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Phoenix, 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 274.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Oregon, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cottage Grove, OR

139 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

Grants Pass, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cottage Grove, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.3 miles from Phoenix, 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 274.7 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

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine | Pearl District

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 278.6

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+19717544966

Visit website

Grits N' Gravy

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

0.1 mi

Lechon

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

0.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lan Su Chinese Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 278.6

Hours: 10 am–6:30 pm

+15032288131

Visit website

TwentySix Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

1.6 mi

red e café roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

2.7 mi

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine | Pearl District

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+19717544966

Visit website

Grits N' Gravy

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15032273903

Visit website

Lechon

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15032199000

Visit website

The Society Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15034450444

Visit website

Café UNITED

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15039841072

Visit website

Tj's Family Restaurant & Sports Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 159.2

Creswell, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+15418953109

Visit website

Khao San Thai

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15032273700

Visit website

Behind The Museum Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+15034776625

Visit website

Lan Su Chinese Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–6:30 pm

+15032288131

Visit website

TwentySix Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

red e café roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15039981387

Visit website

Common Grounds Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15033419528

Visit website

Empirical Cafè

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Cafe Ume

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+15035227160

Visit website

Marino Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15032311313

Visit website

Café Zamora

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7:30 am–2:30 pm

+19713367398

Visit website

Electric Era Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 79.6

Canyonville, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18884092980

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Talent, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Powell's City of Books

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18008787323

Visit website

Portland Art Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15032262811

Visit website

The Skeleton Key Odditorium

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 12–6 pm

+15032215424

Visit website

Tanner Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 278.6

Portland, OR

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+15038237529

Visit website

Douglas County Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 99.5

Roseburg, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15419577007

Visit website

Oregon Historical Society

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15032221741

Visit website

Hopscotch Portland

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 278.6

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18334779229

Visit website

Happy Tails Dog Park

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 99.5

Roseburg, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15414926730

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 277.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | 4th Street

Turn right onto 4th Street

Navigation decision point

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | OR 99 / Bear Creek Drive

At end of road, turn left onto OR 99 / Bear Creek Drive

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

5
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 5

Merge onto I 5

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
275.8 mi into trip | ~5h 26m 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
277.9 mi into trip | ~5h 29m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.50 one way

$111.00 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $58.74 $117.47
premium $5.59 $61.32 $122.65
diesel $5.61 $61.51 $123.02

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$56

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$81–$106

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 83.6 1 $29.25 $13.37
Efficient EV 69.7 0 $24.38 $11.14
EV Truck/SUV 111.4 1 $39.00 $17.83

Gas CO2

97 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Phoenix, OR

Evening in Phoenix on Saturday

Local time

7:53 PM

PDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Portland, OR

Evening in Portland on Saturday

Local time

7:53 PM

PDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

39°F

Cottage Grove, OR

139 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

3 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 32m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 99% highway experience on this route, dominated by the efficiency of I-5. The vast majority of your travel, a continuous stretch of 274.7 miles, will be on this major interstate. This means consistent speeds and minimal distractions, allowing for a predictable pace. While the scenery can vary across the Pacific Coast region, the road itself maintains a consistent, high-speed character for most of the journey. The Stadium Freeway portion in Portland will mark a shift as you enter the urban environment.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 274.7 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Stadium Freeway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4th Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 5h 32m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 99 / Bear Creek Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 32m. Total distance: 278.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 274.7 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.

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: near the start (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 99 / Bear Creek Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 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.

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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