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Trip from Albany, OR to Oakridge, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 50m

Distance

82.8 mi

133 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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seat of Linn County, Oregon, United States

Albany, OR

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city in Oregon, USA

Oakridge, OR

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Trip Overview

The drive from Albany, OR to Oakridge, OR covers 82.8 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 5, OR 58, Highway 58 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.49 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

41.4 miles from Albany, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 44 mi 51m
OR 58 31.8 mi 45m
Highway 58 1.4 mi 3m
Westfir-Oakridge Road 1.3 mi 1m
Santiam Highway Southeast 0.7 mi 1m
2nd Avenue Southwest 0.7 mi 1m
State Highway 58 0.7 mi <1m
Westfir Road 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 44 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and Oakridge, 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 Main Street Southeast

113 ft · 2 sec · Main Street Southeast
4

Continue on Main Street Southeast

224 ft · 4 sec · Main Street Southeast
5

Turn straight onto Santiam Road Southeast

0.4 mi · 1 min · Santiam Road Southeast
6

Turn right onto Geary Street Southeast

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Geary Street Southeast
7

Turn left onto US 20; OR 99E

106 ft · 2 sec · 9th Avenue Southeast
8

Continue on US 20

0.2 mi · 16 sec · 9th Avenue Southeast
9

Turn straight onto US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · Santiam Highway Southeast
10

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 50 sec
11

Merge onto I 5

44 mi · 51 min · I 5
12

Take the exit onto OR 58; OR 99

0.3 mi · 32 sec · OR 58; OR 99
Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls, Goshen
13

Keep slight left at fork onto OR 58

32 mi · 44 min · OR 58
Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls
14

Turn left onto Westfir Road

0.5 mi · 48 sec · Westfir Road
15

At end of road, turn right onto Westfir-Oakridge Road

1.3 mi · 1 min · Westfir-Oakridge Road
16

Turn left onto OR 58

0.7 mi · 57 sec · State Highway 58
17

Continue on OR 58

1.4 mi · 3 min · Highway 58
18

Turn left onto Crestview Street

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Crestview Street
19

Turn right onto East 1st Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · East 1st Street
20

Turn right onto Maple Street

323 ft · 19 sec · Maple Street
21

Turn left onto Commercial Street

427 ft · 14 sec · Commercial Street
22

Arrive at destination

Commercial Street

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 41.4 miles from Albany, OR, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44 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 18 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.4 miles or 50m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakridge, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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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 82.8 miles and 1h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Albany, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 44 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Creswell, OR, OR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Creswell, OR

41 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

Coburg, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Springfield, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from Albany, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Vault 244

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, Oregon

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Expensive

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417919511

Visit website

The Squeaky Cork

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Albany, Oregon

0 mi

Sybaris Bistro

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Albany, Oregon

0.2 mi

Vault 244

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Expensive

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417919511

Visit website

The Squeaky Cork

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $20 to $30

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15419812140

Visit website

Sybaris Bistro

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $40 to $50

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5–8 pm

+15419288157

Visit website

Loafers Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15419268183

Visit website

The Barn at Hickory Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15416662974

Visit website

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15419265755

Visit website

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+15419266717

Visit website

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15418129220

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 41.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 41.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 41.4

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 41.4

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 41.4

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Chargepoint Charging Staion

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 41.4

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 41.4

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

Visit website

bp pulse Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 41.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18332778573

Visit website

Historic Carousel & Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+15414972934

Visit website

Lowell State Recreation Site

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 59.2

Lowell, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18005516949

Visit website

Mount Pisgah Arboretum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 47.3

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+15417473817

Visit website

Howard Buford Recreation Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 47.3

Eugene, Oregon

+15417473817

Visit website

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 41.4

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15413463024

Visit website

Escape the Room Oregon

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 41.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417263836

Visit website

Willamalane Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 41.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15417364544

Visit website

Shelton McMurphey Johnson House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 41.4

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+15414840808

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 82.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | Main Street Southeast

Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
1.3 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast

Turn left onto US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast

Navigation decision point

5
46.6 mi into trip | ~56m in | OR 58; OR 99

Take the exit onto OR 58; OR 99 toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls, Goshen

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls, Goshen
6
46.9 mi into trip | ~57m in | OR 58

Keep slight left at fork onto OR 58 toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward OR 58: Oakridge, Klamath Falls
5
82.7 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | Maple Street

Turn right onto Maple Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.49 one way

$32.99 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $17.46 $34.91
premium $5.59 $18.23 $36.45
diesel $5.61 $18.28 $36.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.8 0 $8.69 $3.97
Efficient EV 20.7 0 $7.24 $3.31
EV Truck/SUV 33.1 0 $11.59 $5.30

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Albany, OR

Afternoon in Albany on Saturday

Local time

12:21 PM

PDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oakridge, OR

Afternoon in Oakridge on Saturday

Local time

12:21 PM

PDT

Current temp

41°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

5 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 50m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

82.8 mi in 1h 50m, mostly highway — 44 mi of that is on I 5.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and OR 58. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Main Street Southeast.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 50m drive. You will face about 14 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 (Main Street Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 46.6 miles (OR 58; OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Albany, OR and Oakridge, OR, road signs point toward Klamath Falls and Goshen.

Klamath Falls

46.6 mi in | ~56m | via OR 58; OR 99

Goshen

46.6 mi in | ~56m | via OR 58; OR 99

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 82.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 44 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Main Street Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 46.6 miles (OR 58; OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oakridge, OR before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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