Wildlife Safari
Near the start, short detour
Winston, Oregon
Hours: 9 am–6 pm
+15416796761
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
178.2 mi
287 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winston, OR
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Tigard, OR
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This 178.2-mile journey from Winston to Tigard, Oregon, will take you about 2 hours and 52 minutes of driving time. Designed as a single-day trip, you can expect a fuel cost of approximately $35. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, rather than major highways. You'll traverse within the Pacific Coast region throughout this entire route, offering a consistent regional experience. This route offers a straightforward, manageable drive perfect for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.1 miles from Winston, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway | — | — |
| Purple Heart Trail | — | — |
| OR 217 | — | — |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | — | — |
| OR 99W | — | — |
| Southwest Pacific Highway | — | — |
| Southwest Main Street | — | — |
| Southwest Commercial Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Winston, OR and Tigard, OR.
Start on North Main Street
Continue on Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
Take the ramp straight
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
Take the exit slight right toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Merge slight right onto Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward OR 99W: Tigard, McMinnville
Turn left onto Southwest Pacific Highway
Turn left onto Southwest Main Street
Turn right onto Southwest Commercial Street
Arrive at your destination
Given the 2 hour 52 minute duration and 178.2-mile length, this route is easily achievable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for the numerous turns and to avoid potential afternoon traffic. With one stop suggested, you can break up the drive comfortably. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $35 and you'll want to ensure you have enough for the entire trip, especially on local roads where fuel stations might be less frequent than on interstates. A good tip is to have your GPS or map readily accessible, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of this drive makes it easy to miss a crucial turn.
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.
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 39 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.1 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tigard, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Winston, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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 Winston, OR
This is one driving day of about 178.2 miles and 2h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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.
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 89.1 miles from Winston, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Winston, Oregon
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 9 am–6 pm
+15416796761
Cafe Today
Tigard, OR
Mandy's Family Restaurant
Eugene, Oregon
Near the start, short detour
Winston, Oregon
Hours: 9 am–6 pm
+15416796761
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Tigard, OR
Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm
+19712885915
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15416540382
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: Closed
+15039915792
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 2–7 pm
+19713325578
Around the midpoint, short detour
Springfield, Oregon
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+15417476331
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+15033630297
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Lake Oswego, Oregon
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+15036352102
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Around the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Springfield, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Winston, Oregon
Hours: 5 am–10 pm
+18888950027
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Springfield, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Portland, Oregon
Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm
+19718034359
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+15413463024
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 12–4 pm
+19715991674
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Springfield, Oregon
Hours: 4–10 pm
+15417263836
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 9 am–4 pm
+15416824800
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Beaverton, OR
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15036296360
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Springfield, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15417364544
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+15035886336
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Regular Gas
$35.50 one way
$71.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $37.57 | $75.14 |
| premium | $5.59 | $39.23 | $78.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.34 | $78.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.71 | $8.55 |
| Efficient EV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.59 | $7.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.3 | 0 | $24.95 | $11.40 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Winston on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Tigard on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
39°F
Cottage Grove, OR
89 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 178.2-mile route, with 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including sections of the Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway and Purple Heart Trail, before connecting to OR 217. The absence of long highway stretches suggests frequent turns and potentially varied speed limits as you move through different communities. Prepare for a more engaging driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation and road conditions.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winston, OR to Tigard, OR is easy. At 2h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Winston, OR to Tigard, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 178.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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