Origin
Bunker Hill, OR
Afternoon in Bunker Hill on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bunker Hill, OR to Medford, OR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
164 mi
264 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 25m
★
6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 3m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 1m
8 PM
3h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bunker Hill, OR
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Medford, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Bunker Hill, OR to Medford, OR covers 164 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway, State Highway 42 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.6 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.67 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82 miles from Bunker Hill, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 37m highway drive covering 164 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.6 miles on I 5.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hill Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 37m 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: near the start (Hill Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 101 / Newport Lane): Navigation decision point; at 161.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hill Street
Turn left onto Hill Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 101 / Newport Lane
Turn right onto US 101 / Newport Lane
Navigation decision point
7
161.8 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
Take the exit toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Klamath Falls
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.
Toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Kla...
5
162.1 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
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OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Turn right onto OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
163.9 mi into trip
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~3h 37m in
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North Fir Street
Turn left onto North Fir Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 82.6 mi | 1h 36m |
| Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway | 46.2 mi | 1h 5m |
| State Highway 42 | 19.6 mi | 26m |
| Oregon Coast Highway | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Dillard Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Brockway Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 8th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Northeast Dole Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 82.6 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bunker Hill, OR and Medford, OR.
1
Start on US 101
88 ft
·
7 sec
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Newport Lane
2
Turn left onto Hill Street
143 ft
·
33 sec
·
Hill Street
3
Continue on Hill Street
143 ft
·
9 sec
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Hill Street
4
Turn right onto US 101
228 ft
·
6 sec
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Newport Lane
5
Continue on US 101
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
6
Turn slight left onto OR 42
7.1 mi
·
9 min
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State Highway 42
7
Continue on OR 42
3.9 mi
·
5 min
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Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
8
Continue on OR 42
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
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West Main Street
9
Continue on OR 42
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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South Adams Street
10
Continue on OR 42
372 ft
·
6 sec
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Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
11
Continue on OR 42
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 42
12
Continue on OR 42
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
8th Street
13
Continue on OR 42
490 ft
·
13 sec
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Roseburg Road
14
Continue on OR 42
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Maryland Avenue
15
Turn slight right onto OR 42
17 mi
·
23 min
·
Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
16
Continue on OR 42
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 42
17
Continue on OR 42
25 mi
·
36 min
·
Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
18
Turn right onto Brockway Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Brockway Road
19
At end of road, turn right onto OR 99
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Dillard Highway
20
Turn left onto CR 14
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Dole Road
21
Turn left onto CR 105
184 ft
·
3 sec
·
Clarks Branch Road
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
23
Merge onto I 5
83 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
I 5
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Klamath Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn right onto OR 62
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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Crater Lake Highway
Use the right lane.
26
Turn left onto OR 99
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Court Street
Use the left lane.
27
Continue on OR 99
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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North Central Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
28
Turn right onto East 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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East 4th Street
29
Turn left onto North Fir Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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North Fir Street
30
Arrive at destination
North Fir Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82 miles from Bunker Hill, OR, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.6 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 36 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Medford, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bunker Hill, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bunker Hill, OR
This is one driving day of about 164 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Bunker Hill, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 82.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82 mi from Bunker Hill, OR · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82 miles from Bunker Hill, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.6 miles.
Arriving in Medford, OR
The final approach into Medford, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Medford, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.67 one way
$65.34 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $34.58 | $69.15 |
| premium | $5.59 | $36.10 | $72.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.21 | $72.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.22 | $7.87 |
| Efficient EV | 41 | 0 | $14.35 | $6.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.96 | $10.50 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Medford, OR
Afternoon in Medford on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Winston, OR
82 mi in
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
8 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
3h 37m 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 Bunker Hill, OR to Medford, OR covers 164 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway, State Highway 42. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82 miles from Bunker Hill, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hill Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 101 / Newport Lane): Navigation decision point; at 161.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bunker Hill, OR to Medford, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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