How far is Rogue River, OR from Hillsboro, OR?
Fastest route
Travel from Rogue River, Oregon to Hillsboro, Oregon, a distance of approximately 265 miles (426 kilometers) via I-5 N and US-26 W/NW Sunset Hwy. The estimated travel time is 4 hours.
Directions
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🚗 Get on I-5 N from Pine St: Head south on Berglund St toward W Main St. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Depot St. Then, turn right to merge onto I-5 N toward Grants Pass.
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🛣️ Follow I-5 N to Brookwood Pkwy in Washington County. Take exit 61A from US-26 W/NW Sunset Hwy: Continue on I-5 N until you reach the exit 61A for Brookwood Pkwy.
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🚙 Take the exit on the left onto US-26 W/NW Sunset Hwy toward Seaside: After exiting from I-5 N, merge onto US-26 W/NW Sunset Hwy heading toward Seaside.
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🗺️ Take exit 61A to merge onto Brookwood Pkwy: As you approach the Hillsboro area, take the exit 61A and merge onto Brookwood Pkwy.
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🛣️ Take NE Evergreen Rd to N 1st Ave in Hillsboro: Turn onto NE Evergreen Rd from Brookwood Pkwy.
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🚗 Merge onto Brookwood Pkwy: Stay on Brookwood Pkwy and use the right 2 lanes.
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🚦 Turn right onto NE Evergreen Rd, then left onto NE Jackson School Rd. At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto NE Harewood St. Finally, turn left onto N 1st Ave/NW Glencoe Rd and continue to follow N 1st Ave to reach your destination.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your trip ahead of time and check for any potential traffic or road closures to ensure a smooth journey.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🚓 Observe the speed limits and traffic regulations to ensure a safe drive.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and water for the road to stay refreshed during the journey.
- 🚧 Be aware of construction zones and follow detours if needed.
- 🗺️ Consider using GPS or navigation apps to stay on the right track.
- ☕ Take breaks along the way to rest and stretch your legs, especially on longer drives.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 33m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lane County, Oregon, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Light Rain
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rogue River and Hillsboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogue River and Hillsboro.
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Start on Berglund Street
159 m · 25 sec · Berglund Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
127 m · 8 sec · West Main Street
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Turn slight right onto Pine Street
148 m · 11 sec · Pine Street
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Turn right onto Depot Street
44 m · 5 sec · Depot Street
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Take the ramp right
1022 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
236.7 mi · 4 hr 36 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Elligsen Road, Boones Ferry Road
1432 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Boones Ferry Road
48 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Southwest Elligsen Road
1155 ft · 27 sec · Southwest Elligsen Road
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Continue on Southwest Boones Ferry Road
1456 ft · 43 sec · Southwest Boones Ferry Road
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Turn left onto Southwest Day Street
2991 ft · 54 sec · Southwest Day Street
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Turn right onto Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
2175 ft · 49 sec · Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
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Turn left onto Basalt Creek Parkway
1.1 km · 1 min · Basalt Creek Parkway
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Continue on Southwest 124th Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Southwest 124th Avenue
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Turn left onto Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Southwest Tualatin Sherwood Road
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Continue on Southwest Roy Rogers Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Southwest Roy Rogers Road
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Turn left onto Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
2831 ft · 48 sec · Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
4.3 mi · 6 min · Southwest Scholls Sherwood Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Southwest Scholls Ferry Road
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Turn right onto Southwest Hillsboro Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Southwest Hillsboro Highway
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Continue on Southwest Hillsboro Highway
7.7 mi · 11 min · Southwest Hillsboro Highway
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Continue on South 1st Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · South 1st Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rogue River and Hillsboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
237 mi · 04h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Light Rain leaving Rogue River and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hillsboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rogue River to Hillsboro?
The road trip is about 260.8 miles (419.7 km) and usually takes 04h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Creswell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 130.1 miles from Rogue River and 130.7 miles from Hillsboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213.5 miles (343.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.55 one way or $91.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain around Rogue River and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hillsboro.
Stop Ideas Near Creswell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Surface Lot
Cottage Grove Police Department
Eugene Municipal Court
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Creswell.
Eugene, OR
University of Oregon
Eugene–Springfield
Corvallis, Oregon
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rogue River and Hillsboro. Straight-line distance: 213.48 mi (343.56 km).
#1 Rogue River
River in Oregon, United States
| Population | 2,340 |
| Coordinates | 42.4359500, -123.1720000 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hillsboro
The most populous city in Washington County, Oregon.
| Population | 110,985 |
| Coordinates | 45.5228900, -122.9898300 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 1st Avenue (-122.989765, 45.52289)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 420 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 15m |
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 | $45.55 | $91.10 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $49.11 | $98.22 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $51.21 | $102.41 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $58.57 | $117.13 |
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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