Origin
Albany, OR
Late night in Albany on Friday
Local time
1:23 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, OR to Kenton, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
74.3 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, OR
Wikimedia Commons
Kenton, OR
Google DeepMind
Trip Overview
The drive from Albany, OR to Kenton, OR covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m 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 5, Salem Avenue Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.5 miles on OR 99E. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.80 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.
Midpoint
37.2 miles from Albany, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 74.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (8%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 35m drive with frequent turns across 74.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 65.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Salem Avenue Southeast.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 10 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
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 toward Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Seattle
7
73.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 30 Bypass: Lombard Street West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 305B
Toward US 30 Bypass: Lombard Street West
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Albany, OR to Kenton, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Seattle along the way.
Seattle
67.8 mi in
|
~1h 25m
|
via I 5
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99E | 65.5 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 5 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Interstate Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Lombard Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Albany-Junction City Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Albany Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 99E
— 65.5 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and Kenton, 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
66 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
OR 99E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
I 5
Toward Seattle
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 305B
Toward US 30 Bypass: Lombard Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 30 Bypass
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Lombard Street
12
Turn right onto North Interstate Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Interstate Avenue
13
Turn right onto North Watts Street
152 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Watts Street
14
Turn left
115 ft
·
8 sec
15
Arrive at 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 37.2 miles from Albany, OR, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.5 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 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 47m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenton, 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 74.3 miles and 1h 35m.
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.
The longest stretch is on OR 99E for about 65.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.2 mi from Albany, OR · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 37.2 miles from Albany, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before OR 99E if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.5 miles.
Arriving in Kenton, OR
The final approach into Kenton, 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
$14.80 one way
$29.60 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $15.66 | $31.33 |
| premium | $5.59 | $16.35 | $32.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.40 | $32.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.76 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Kenton, OR
Late night in Kenton on Friday
Local time
1:23 AM
PDT
Current temp
61°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
15 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 35m 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 Kenton, OR covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OR 99E, I 5, Salem Avenue Southeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.2 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 $14.80 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
On the drive from Albany, OR to Kenton, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Seattle along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Explore more options from Albany, OR or browse trips ending in Kenton, OR.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OR road trips.