Portland to Tillamook, Oregon: 60 Miles by Road, 40 Miles by Air

By road (US-26 W → OR-6 W): ~60 mi (97 km), 1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 45 min depending on traffic/weather (Coast Range crossing).

Straight-line (air): ~40 mi (65 km).

Route Highlights

• US-26: Sunset Highway, Vista House (Columbia Gorge views).
• OR-6: Wilson River Highway — winding, scenic, elk crossings.
• Tillamook: Cheese Factory (tour, samples), Air Museum, coastal access.

Alternatives

• Bus: NW Connector (Portland → Tillamook) ~2 hrs 30 min, $15–$20.
• Bike: 60 mi, 3,000 ft gain — strong riders only.

Check TripCheck for OR-6 conditions (landslides, ice in winter).