How far is Hillsboro, OR from Rockaway Beach, OR?
The driving distance from Hillsboro, OR to Rockaway Beach, OR is about 74.5 miles (119.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.5 miles (74.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Oregon, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hillsboro and Rockaway Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro and Rockaway Beach.
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Start on North 1st Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · North 1st Avenue
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Continue on Northwest Glencoe Road
4.4 mi · 8 min · Northwest Glencoe Road
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Take the exit left toward US 26 West: Seaside
1065 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northwest Sunset Highway
3.5 mi · 5 min · Northwest Sunset Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward Banks, Tillamook
49.1 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Turn right onto Wilson River Loop
1.5 mi · 4 min · Wilson River Loop
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Continue on Latimer Road North
546 ft · 21 sec · Latimer Road North
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Continue on Latimer Road North
1.9 mi · 3 min · Latimer Road North
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Turn right onto Oregon Coast Highway
7.2 mi · 10 min · Oregon Coast Highway
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Continue on Garibaldi Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 min · Garibaldi Avenue
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Continue on Oregon Coast Highway
4.2 mi · 7 min · Oregon Coast Highway
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Turn right onto South Nehalem Avenue
71 m · 10 sec · South Nehalem Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Nehalem Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hillsboro and Rockaway Beach.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Banks
Take the exit slight left toward Banks, Tillamook
49.1 mi · 01h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Light Rain Likely leaving Hillsboro and Mostly Cloudy near Rockaway Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hillsboro to Rockaway Beach?
The road trip is about 74.5 miles (119.9 km) and usually takes 01h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tillamook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.2 miles from Hillsboro and 37.3 miles from Rockaway Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.5 miles (74.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.02 one way or $26.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Hillsboro and Mostly Cloudy near Rockaway Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Tillamook
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tillamook.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hillsboro and Rockaway Beach. Straight-line distance: 46.52 mi (74.87 km).
#1 Hillsboro
The most populous city in Washington County, Oregon.
| Population | 110,985 |
| Coordinates | 45.5228900, -122.9898300 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockaway Beach
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 1,436 |
| Coordinates | 45.6134400, -123.9429100 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockaway Beach (-123.94291, 45.61344)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $13.02 | $26.04 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $16.74 | $33.49 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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