Origin
Portland, OR
Morning in Portland on Monday
Local time
11:18 AM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, OR to Warrenton, OR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 7, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
91.1 mi
147 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
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6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portland, OR
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Warrenton, OR
Robert So
Trip Overview
The drive from Portland, OR to Warrenton, OR covers 91.1 miles and takes about 2h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sunset Highway, Northwest Sunset Highway, Oregon Coast Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.2 miles on Sunset Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.5 miles from Portland, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Highway | 39.2 mi | 50m |
| Northwest Sunset Highway | 34 mi | 46m |
| Oregon Coast Highway | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| South Roosevelt Drive | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Park Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Main Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Fort Stevens Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 13th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Sunset Highway
— 39.2 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, OR and Warrenton, 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
34 mi
·
46 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 26
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Sunset Highway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 101 North: Seaside, Astoria
9
Merge onto US 101
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Oregon Coast Highway
10
Continue on US 101
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
South Roosevelt Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 101
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Oregon Coast Highway
12
Continue on US 101
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Park Avenue
13
Continue on US 101
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
14
Turn left onto OR 104
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Fort Stevens Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on OR 104
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Avenue
16
Turn right
124 ft
·
11 sec
17
Turn right
77 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 45.5 miles from Portland, OR, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 20 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.5 miles or 1h 5m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warrenton, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Portland, 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.
+
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 Portland, OR
This is one driving day of about 91.1 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Portland, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Sunset Highway for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.5 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 91.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Northwest 13th Avenue
Turn left onto Northwest 13th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 26 West: Beaverton
Navigation decision point
Toward US 26 West: Beaverton
5
74.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward US 101 North: Seaside, Astoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 101 North: Seaside, Astoria
5
88.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
|
OR 104 / Fort Stevens Highway
Turn left onto OR 104 / Fort Stevens Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
91.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.66 one way
$35.31 round trip
$4.92/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.20 | $18.66 | $37.32 |
| premium | $5.44 | $19.50 | $39.00 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $20.08 | $40.16 |
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: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.57 | $4.37 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.75 | $5.83 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Warrenton, OR
Morning in Warrenton on Monday
Local time
11:18 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°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
5 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 10m 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?
91.1 mi in 2h 10m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.2 mi on Sunset Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Northwest 13th Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 10m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Northwest 13th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 74.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,515 ft
9 ft
Total Climb
1,666 ft
Total Descent
1,688 ft
Highest Point
1,515 ft
~45.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,505 ft
Notable High Points
1,515 ft at ~45.5 miles
+669 ft prominence
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 Warrenton, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Astoria along the way.
Astoria
74.5 mi in
|
~1h 42m
About the Cities
Starting in Portland, OR
Full guide →Few American cities can match the youthful spirit of Portland, "The City of Roses". The largest city in the state of Oregon, Portland's residents are proud of their city, which draws people for its scenic beauty, great outdoors environment, excellent microbreweries, and eco-friendly urban planning policies, as well as a reputation for colorful characters and a proudly liberal outlook with an attitude to match. Lying about 70 mi (124 km) from the Pacific Coast on Oregon's northern border, the city straddles the Willamette River (pronounced will-LAM-ett; just remember the rhyme "It's Willamette, dammit.") south of its confluence with the Columbia River. To the east, majestic Mount Hood forms an inspiring backdrop for Portland's skyline.
Top landmarks
- • Union Station — railroad station in Portland, Oregon, USA
- • Veterans Memorial Coliseum — indoor arena in Portland, Oregon, USA
- • Portland Building — municipal office building in Portland
Arriving in Warrenton, OR
Full guide →Founded 1899
Warrenton is a small town located in the Northwestern corner of Oregon. It is the second to last town on the Northern Oregon Coast. There is one last town on the coast of Oregon called Hammond, however locals in the area view them as the same town.
Top landmarks
- • Fort Stevens — historic military installation in Clatsop County, Oregon, United States
- • Daniel Knight Warren House — Warrenton, Oregon, NRHP-listed
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 91.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.2 miles on Sunset Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Northwest 13th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 74.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Warrenton, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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