Origin
Woodburn, OR
Night in Woodburn on Saturday
Local time
9:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodburn, 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
45m
Distance
32.1 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodburn, OR
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Woodburn and Portland is a straightforward 32.1-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes. Because this is a short, highway-focused trip within the Pacific Coast region, you can easily complete it in a single day. Budgeting around $6 for fuel is sufficient for the transit, making this an economical option for commuters or travelers. Since the route is so brief, there is no need to split the drive into an overnight stay. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, allowing for a predictable and efficient experience. Whether you are heading into the city for business or a quick outing, this route offers a reliable connection between the two Oregon hubs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 27.8 mi | 35m |
| Stadium Freeway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Newberg Highway | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Lincoln Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Everett Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Settlemier Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Couch Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 8th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 27.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodburn, OR and Portland, OR.
1
Start on this road
140 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto West Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Lincoln Street
3
Turn right onto North Settlemier Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Settlemier Avenue
4
Turn left onto OR 214
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Newberg Highway
5
Take the ramp onto I 5
28 mi
·
35 min
·
I 5
Toward I 5 North: Portland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
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.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 2B
Toward Everett Street, Glisan Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Northwest Everett Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Everett Street
9
Turn right onto Northwest 8th Avenue
521 ft
·
27 sec
·
Northwest 8th Avenue
10
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Northwest Couch Street
11
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Woodburn, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Lincoln Street
Turn left onto West Lincoln Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 5
Take the ramp onto I 5 toward I 5 North: Portland
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Portland
8
29.2 mi into trip
|
~38m 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
31.3 mi into trip
|
~42m 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
5
31.9 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Northwest Couch Street
Turn left onto Northwest Couch Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.39 one way
$12.79 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.77 | $13.54 |
| premium | $5.59 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
9:23 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
15 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
45m 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 32.1-mile drive is defined by its efficiency, with 93% of the journey taking place on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-5, which accounts for a significant 27.8-mile uninterrupted stretch. The transition from Woodburn involves navigating via the Newberg Highway before merging onto the interstate to head north. As you approach Portland, you will utilize the Stadium Freeway to navigate the final leg of the trip. Expect a consistent pace behind the wheel rather than a winding or technical backroad experience. It is a functional, high-speed corridor that prioritizes speed and direct access over scenic detours.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.8 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Stadium Freeway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Lincoln 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 32.1 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: near the start (West Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles (I 405 / Stadium Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Woodburn, OR
Full guide →Woodburn is in Willamette Valley.
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 45m. Total distance: 32.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.8 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: near the start (West Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles (I 405 / Stadium Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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