Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.9 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stafford, OR
Martin Dalsgaard
This quick 15.9-mile drive from Portland to Stafford, Oregon, is easily manageable in about 27 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate I-5 and the Stadium Freeway, with a portion on Southwest 65th Avenue. With a fuel cost estimated at just $3, this route is very budget-friendly. The drive is focused on highway travel, covering 71% of the distance on faster roads. Given its short length and straightforward nature, no overnight stays are necessary. You'll remain within the Pacific Coast region for the entire journey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Stadium Freeway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 65th Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Southwest Delker Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Nyberg Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Schatz Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Couch Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 13th Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, OR and Stafford, OR.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
Turn left onto Northwest 13th Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Taylor Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 405
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Turn sharp left onto Southwest Nyberg Street
Continue on Southwest 65th Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest Delker Road
Continue on Southwest 55th Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest Schatz Road
Turn left onto Southwest Stafford Road
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 12.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Southwest Taylor Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 405 South
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 405 / Stadium Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Nyberg Street, Tualatin-Sherwood Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$3.17 one way
$6.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| premium | $5.59 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.51 | $7.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Night in Portland on Saturday
Local time
9:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Mostly Cloudy
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 10:00PM MDT until April 18 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Destination
Night in Stafford on Saturday
Local time
9:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
69°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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 15.9-mile journey, with 71% of the route utilizing faster roadways like I-5 and the Stadium Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.8 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, you will transition to Southwest 65th Avenue, providing a slight change in the driving experience as you approach your destination. The overall feel is efficient, designed for direct travel between Portland and Stafford.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Stadium Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Southwest Taylor Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 15.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 27m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Southwest Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 405 / Stadium Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 15.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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