Origin
Sandy, OR
Night in Sandy on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandy, OR to Tigard, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandy, OR
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Tigard, OR
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Trip Overview
Sandy, OR to Tigard, OR is 34.3 miles and takes about 54m via Southeast Highway 212 and I-205, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon. Given its short distance and manageable duration, it's an ideal route for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll primarily be on well-traveled interstate and highway systems, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Highway 212 | 11.8 mi | 21m |
| I 205 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| I 5 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Orient Drive | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Mount Hood Highway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Compton Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Proctor Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Southeast Highway 212
— 11.8 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy, OR and Tigard, OR.
1
Start on this road
18 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 26
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Proctor Boulevard
3
Continue on US 26
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Mount Hood Highway
4
Turn right onto Southeast Orient Drive
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast Orient Drive
5
Turn left onto Southeast Compton Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Compton Road
6
Turn straight onto OR 212
12 mi
·
21 min
·
Southeast Highway 212
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 205; OR 213
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 205; OR 213
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 5 North: Portland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 5
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto OR 217
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 6
Toward OR 99W: Tigard, McMinnville
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto OR 99W
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Southwest Pacific Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Southwest Main Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Southwest Main Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Southwest Commercial Street
226 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Commercial Street
17
Arrive at destination
Southwest Commercial Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Sandy, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 16.8 and 34 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
16.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Turn left toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City
7
28.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 North: Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Portland
8
32 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
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 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
8
33.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward OR 99W: Tigard, McMinnville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward OR 99W: Tigard, McMinnville
6
34 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Southwest Main Street
Turn left onto Southwest Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.83 one way
$13.67 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $7.23 | $14.46 |
| premium | $5.59 | $7.55 | $15.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tigard, OR
Night in Tigard on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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
54m 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 leans heavily into highway driving, with 78% of the journey on interstates and major highways. Expect stretches of consistent speed, particularly on I-205 and I-5. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 11.8 miles on Southeast Highway 212, offering a solid period of steady travel before merging onto faster routes. The overall feel is one of efficiency, designed for direct travel rather than leisurely sightseeing.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.8 mi on Southeast Highway 212.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southeast Highway 212 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 34.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Sandy, OR to Tigard, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
Beaverton
32 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.8 miles on Southeast Highway 212. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Tigard, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 16.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tigard, 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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