Origin
Sherwood, OR
Night in Sherwood on Saturday
Local time
9:41 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sherwood, OR to Portland, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
18.3 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherwood, OR
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Sherwood to Portland, you are looking at a quick, 18.3-mile trip that typically takes about 31 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it functions more like a efficient commute than a sprawling road trip. You will primarily utilize Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road, I-5, and the Stadium Freeway to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Pacific Coast locations. Since the entire drive stays within the same region, you won't experience drastic shifts in landscape, making it a straightforward and predictable journey. It is a practical choice if you need to move between these cities quickly without the hassle of a long-haul trek.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Stadium Freeway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Southwest Oregon Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Willamette Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Everett Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Murdock Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Nyberg Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 10.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherwood, OR and Portland, OR.
1
Start on Southwest Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Southwest Pine Street
2
Turn left onto Southwest Willamette Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Willamette Street
3
Turn left onto Southwest Murdock Road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Southwest Murdock Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Oregon Street
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
Southwest Oregon Street
5
Continue on Southwest Oregon Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Oregon Street
6
Turn right onto Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
7
Continue on Southwest Nyberg Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Southwest Nyberg Street
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 5 North: Portland
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 5
10 mi
·
13 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 405
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Stadium Freeway
Exit 299B
Toward I 405 North: City Center
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Northwest Everett Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Everett Street
13
Turn right onto Northwest 8th Avenue
521 ft
·
27 sec
·
Northwest 8th Avenue
14
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Northwest Couch Street
15
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 17.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Southwest Oregon Street
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Oregon Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 5 North: Portland
5
5.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15.5 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 405 / Stadium Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 405 / Stadium Freeway toward I 405 North: City Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 299B
Toward I 405 North: City Center
8
17.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
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 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.65 one way
$7.29 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $3.86 | $7.72 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.03 | $8.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 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 | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Portland, OR
Night in Portland on Saturday
Local time
9:41 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
2 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
31m 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 drive is a highway-focused experience, with 66% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a mix of local road navigation and fast-paced highway driving as you transition onto the interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 10.1-mile segment on I-5, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you progress from the quieter streets of Sherwood toward the denser traffic patterns near the Stadium Freeway, the pace of the road shifts significantly. Expect a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding scenic detours or complex road types.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.1 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Southwest Oregon Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 18.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.1 miles (Southwest Oregon Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
608 ft
31 ft
Total Climb
555 ft
Total Descent
724 ft
Highest Point
608 ft
~10.5 mi in
Elevation Range
576 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 18.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.1 miles on I 5. 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 Portland, 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 1.1 miles (Southwest Oregon Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Portland, 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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