Origin
Portland, OR
Night in Portland on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, OR to Tillamook, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
72.9 mi
117 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tillamook, OR
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Trip Overview
Portland to Tillamook is 72.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 44 minutes via OR 6, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region within Oregon to the same region, offering a straightforward journey. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's an ideal day trip for those looking for a quick escape. The route is primarily highway-focused, making for an efficient travel experience between these two points. Consider this trip if you value a direct path and want to maximize your time at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.5 miles from Portland, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 6 | 51.2 mi | 1h 10m |
| Northwest Sunset Highway | 15.8 mi | 21m |
| Sunset Highway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Northwest 13th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Couch Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 6
— 51.2 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, OR and Tillamook, OR.
1
Start on this road
110 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Couch Street
3
Turn left onto Northwest 13th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 13th Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 26 West: Beaverton
5
Continue on US 26
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 26
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto OR 6
51 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
OR 6
Toward Banks, Tillamook
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 101
523 ft
·
21 sec
·
Main Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto OR 131
434 ft
·
10 sec
·
3rd Street
10
Turn right
27 ft
·
1 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a drive of just 1 hour and 44 minutes and a fuel cost estimated at $15, this trip offers considerable flexibility. You can easily depart Portland in the morning and arrive in Tillamook with plenty of time for exploration. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can decide on your pacing as you go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a town could be the 51.2 miles on OR 6. A good tip is to fill up before leaving Portland to ensure you have ample fuel for the entire journey without needing to search for a station.
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 36.5 miles from Portland, OR, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.2 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 16 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 53m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tillamook, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Portland, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Portland, OR
This is one driving day of about 72.9 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Portland, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on OR 6 for about 51.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.5 miles from Portland, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 72.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 26 West: Beaverton
Navigation decision point
Toward US 26 West: Beaverton
7
21.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
OR 6
Take the exit onto OR 6 toward Banks, Tillamook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Banks, Tillamook
6
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
US 101 / Main Avenue
Turn left onto US 101 / Main Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
72.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
OR 131 / 3rd Street
Turn right onto OR 131 / 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
72.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.52 one way
$29.05 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $15.37 | $30.74 |
| premium | $5.59 | $16.05 | $32.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.10 | $32.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.65 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.21 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Tillamook, OR
Night in Tillamook on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°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
14 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
1h 44m 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?
This route is largely highway-focused, with 70% of the drive utilizing main roads like OR 6 and the Sunset Highway. You'll experience a consistent pace for the majority of your journey, including a longest stretch of 51.2 miles on OR 6. Expect a smooth, predictable drive for most of the 1 hour and 44 minutes. The road's character remains fairly consistent throughout, prioritizing efficiency over winding scenic detours. This highway-centric profile means fewer surprises and a more direct connection between Portland and Tillamook.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.2 mi on OR 6.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 6 and Northwest Sunset Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Portland, OR to Tillamook, OR is easy. At 1h 44m with 70% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles (OR 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.7 miles (US 101 / Main Avenue): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Portland, OR to Tillamook, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Banks along the way.
Banks
21.5 mi in
|
~33m
|
via OR 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 72.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.2 miles on OR 6. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles (OR 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.7 miles (US 101 / Main Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tillamook, 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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