Origin
Albany, OR
Afternoon in Albany on Wednesday
Local time
2:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, OR to Clackamas, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
68.8 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, OR
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Clackamas, OR
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
The drive from Albany, OR to Clackamas, OR covers 68.8 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on OR 99E, I 205, Salem Avenue Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.1 miles on OR 99E. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.4 miles from Albany, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 25m drive with frequent turns across 68.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OR 99E is the longest continuous segment at about 54.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Salem Avenue Southeast.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Salem Avenue Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Salem Avenue Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast
Turn left onto OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
OR 99E
Take the exit onto OR 99E
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
8
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
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 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99E | 54.1 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 205 | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Albany-Junction City Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Albany Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pacific Boulevard Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 99E
— 54.1 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and Clackamas, OR.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue Southwest
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
222 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
3
Enter roundabout onto Salem Avenue Southeast
225 ft
·
4 sec
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
4
Continue on Salem Avenue Southeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
5
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
436 ft
·
17 sec
·
Albany Avenue
6
Turn left onto OR 99E
251 ft
·
4 sec
·
Pacific Boulevard Southeast
7
Continue on OR 99E
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Albany-Junction City Highway
8
Take the exit onto OR 99E
54 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
OR 99E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 288
Toward I 205 North: Oregon City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 205
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 205
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 12
Toward OR 212 East: Damascus, Estacada
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on this road
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
this road
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
Toward OR 213 North, OR 224 West, I 205 North: Portland
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.4 miles from Albany, OR, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.4 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clackamas, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Albany, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albany, OR
This is one driving day of about 68.8 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Albany, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on OR 99E for about 54.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.4 mi from Albany, OR · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from Albany, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clackamas, OR
The final approach into Clackamas, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.71 one way
$27.41 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $14.50 | $29.01 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.14 | $30.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.19 | $30.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Clackamas, OR
Afternoon in Clackamas on Wednesday
Local time
2:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Albany, OR to Clackamas, OR covers 68.8 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OR 99E, I 205, Salem Avenue Southeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.4 miles from Albany, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Salem Avenue Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (OR 99E / Pacific Boulevard Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Albany, OR to Clackamas, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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