Moving from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR
Your Complete Guide
635
Miles
10 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 North
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Francisco, CA
Portland, OR
Cost of Living Index
200
118
Median Home Price
$1,400,000
$500,000
Median 1BR Rent
$3,100/mo
$1,500/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$125
$115
Grocery Index
112
103
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 635-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Francisco, CA and Portland, OR.
Sacramento, CA
California's capital city known as America's Farm-to-Fork Capital. A rapidly growing city with a revitalized downtown and proximity to wine country.
Farm-to-fork dining, Old Sacramento, and state government
Eugene, OR
A green and progressive city home to the University of Oregon. Known as Track Town USA and a hub for outdoor enthusiasts.
Track & field heritage, University of Oregon, and outdoor recreation
State Transition Guide: California → Oregon
Moving from California to Oregon? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Oregon
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Oregon
Vehicle inspection: Emissions in Portland metro
Things to Know About Oregon
- No sales tax on any purchases
- Attendants pump your gas in most of the state
- DEQ emissions testing required in Portland metro area
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 635 miles via I-5 North, taking about 10 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.