Origin
Albany, OR
Evening in Albany on Wednesday
Local time
7:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, OR to Estacada, OR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
72.7 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Albany, OR to Estacada, OR covers 72.7 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street Southeast, Salem Avenue Southeast, Albany Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.48 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
36.4 miles from Albany, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 47m drive with frequent turns across 72.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street Southeast is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Albany, OR to Estacada, OR is easy. At 1h 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Albany, OR to Estacada, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street Southeast | — | — |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | — | — |
| Albany Avenue | — | — |
| Pacific Boulevard Southeast | — | — |
| Albany-Junction City Highway | — | — |
| Kuebler Boulevard | — | — |
| Kuebler Boulevard Southeast | — | — |
| Cordon Road Southeast | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street Southeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and Estacada, OR.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue Southwest
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
223 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Salem Avenue Southeast
226 ft
·
4 sec
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
4
Exit the roundabout onto Salem Avenue Southeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
5
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
436 ft
·
18 sec
·
Albany Avenue
6
Turn left onto Pacific Boulevard Southeast
249 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pacific Boulevard Southeast
7
Continue on Albany-Junction City Highway
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Albany-Junction City Highway
8
Take the exit straight
17 mi
·
20 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward Kuebler Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Kuebler Boulevard
10
Turn right onto Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
11
Continue on Cordon Road Southeast
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Cordon Road Southeast
12
Continue on Cordon Road Northeast
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Cordon Road Northeast
13
Turn right onto Silverton Road Northeast
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Silverton Road Northeast
14
Continue on McClaine Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
McClaine Street
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Street
16
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
226 ft
·
8 sec
·
North 2nd Street
17
Turn right onto Oak Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Street
18
Continue on Cascade Highway Northeast
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Cascade Highway Northeast
19
Turn right onto Woodburn-Estacada Highway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodburn-Estacada Highway
20
Continue on West Main Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
21
Continue on Woodburn-Estacada Highway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Woodburn-Estacada Highway
22
Continue on Woodburn-Estacada Highway
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Woodburn-Estacada Highway
23
At the end of the road, turn left onto Clackamas Highway
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Clackamas Highway
24
Turn right onto Southeast Main Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Southeast Main Street
25
Turn right onto East 1st Avenue
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
East 1st Avenue
26
Arrive at your destination
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 36.4 miles from Albany, OR, or about 53m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.4 miles or 53m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Estacada, 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 72.7 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Albany, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.4 mi from Albany, OR · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Albany, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Estacada, OR
The final approach into Estacada, 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
$14.48 one way
$28.97 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $15.33 | $30.65 |
| premium | $5.59 | $16.00 | $32.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
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: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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
Estacada, OR
Evening in Estacada on Wednesday
Local time
7:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
20 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 47m 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 Estacada, OR covers 72.7 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street Southeast, Salem Avenue Southeast, Albany Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.4 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 $14.48 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.
The drive from Albany, OR to Estacada, OR is easy. At 1h 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Albany, OR to Estacada, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Albany, OR to Estacada, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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