Raleigh Hills, OR to Grants Pass, OR is 241.8 miles and takes about 4h 50m via I 5, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region of Oregon to the same region, primarily utilizing Interstate 5 for most of the trip. It's a straightforward, efficient route for getting from point A to point B within the state. Consider this option if you're looking for a direct path with minimal detours and a predictable travel time.
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
120.9 miles from Raleigh Hills, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
233.5 mi
4h 33m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
3.8 mi
5m
Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
1.1 mi
2m
OR 99
1 mi
2m
Northwest 4th Street
0.7 mi
1m
Southwest Denney Road
0.5 mi
1m
Northwest Washington Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Northwest Savage Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 233.5 mi, about 4h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raleigh Hills, OR and Grants Pass, OR.
1
Start on Southwest Champion Place
314 ft·15 sec·Southwest Champion Place
2
At end of road, turn right onto OR 210
1.1 mi·2 min·Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Southwest Denney Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest Denney Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward OR 217 South: TigardUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto OR 217
3.8 mi·5 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·43 sec
Toward I 5 South: SalemUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 5
234 mi·4 hr 33 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto OR 99
1.0 mi·2 min·OR 99
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City CenterUse the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Northwest Savage Street
10
Turn left onto Northwest Washington Boulevard
0.3 mi·36 sec·Northwest Washington Boulevard
11
Continue on Northwest 4th Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Northwest 4th Street
12
Turn right onto Southwest H Street
196 ft·8 sec·Southwest H Street
13
Arrive at destination
Southwest H Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 50m duration and 241.8-mile distance, this trip is comfortably a single-day drive. To maximize daylight, aim for an early morning departure from Raleigh Hills. The longest stretch of driving is 233.5 miles on I 5, so plan for one or two brief stops for fuel and to stretch your legs before you reach Grants Pass. With a fuel cost estimated at $48, it's a budget-friendly option. Don't forget to check your tire pressure before you leave, as consistent highway speeds can impact it.
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 120.9 miles from Raleigh Hills, OR, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 233.5 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 53 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.9 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grants Pass, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Raleigh Hills, 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 Raleigh Hills, OR
This is one driving day of about 241.8 miles and 4h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Raleigh Hills, 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 233.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 0.1 and 239.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
At end of road, turn right onto OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
1.2 mi into trip|~3m in|Southwest Denney Road
Turn right onto Southwest Denney Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
1.7 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward OR 217 South: Tigard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard
6
5.7 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
7
239.7 mi into trip|~4h 44m in|OR 99
Take the exit onto OR 99 toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, Cit...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.17 one way
$96.34 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$50.98
$101.96
premium
$5.59
$53.22
$106.45
diesel
$5.61
$53.39
$106.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.5
0
$25.39
$11.61
Efficient EV
60.5
0
$21.16
$9.67
EV Truck/SUV
96.7
1
$33.85
$15.48
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 14, 2026
Origin
Raleigh Hills, OR
Evening
in Raleigh Hills on Saturday
Local time
7:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Grants Pass, OR
Evening
in Grants Pass on Saturday
Local time
7:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°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
4h 50m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 99% highway, meaning you'll be on high-speed roads for nearly the entire 241.8-mile stretch. You'll experience a longest continuous stretch of 233.5 miles on I 5, with the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway and Southwest Scholls Ferry Road making up the initial portion before merging onto the interstate. Expect a steady pace with frequent exits and merges as you navigate through various Oregon landscapes.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 233.5 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 241.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (Southwest Denney Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 50m. Total distance: 241.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 233.5 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.
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 0.1 miles (OR 210 / Southwest Scholls Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (Southwest Denney Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Grants Pass, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
