Origin
Canby, OR
Late night in Canby on Saturday
Local time
3:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canby, OR to Keizer, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
27.4 mi
44 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canby, OR
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Keizer, OR
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Trip Overview
Canby, OR to Keizer, OR is 27.4 miles and takes about 38m via I 5, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, specifically Oregon. It's a straightforward journey, primarily on the interstate, making it an easy option for a quick transit between these two Oregon communities. Consider this drive for its simplicity and minimal time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 27.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 68% of the journey utilizing major highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18.5 miles on I 5, offering a consistent pace. The drive begins with local roads like Ehlen Road Northeast before merging onto the interstate, and then transitions to Pacific Highway East near the destination. Expect a mix of efficient highway travel and brief local road segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 18.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Ehlen Road Northeast. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 27.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue
Turn right onto OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast
Turn right onto CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
6.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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I 5
Take the exit onto I 5 toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 5 South: Salem
5
24.6 mi into trip
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~32m in
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I 5
Take the exit onto I 5 toward Chemawa Road Northeast: Keizer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 260B
Toward Chemawa Road Northeast: Keizer
7
25.2 mi into trip
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~33m in
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Chemawa Road Northeast
Keep slight right at fork onto Chemawa Road Northeast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
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 Canby, OR to Keizer, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Chemawa Road Northeast: Keizer along the way.
Chemawa Road Northeast: Keizer
24.6 mi in
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~32m
|
via I 5
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 18.5 mi | 21m |
| Ehlen Road Northeast | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Pacific Highway East | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Chemawa Road Northeast | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 1st Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Pacific Highway East | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| River Road North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Ivy Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 18.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canby, OR and Keizer, OR.
1
Start on North Ivy Street
257 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Ivy Street
2
Turn right onto OR 99E
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 1st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OR 99E
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Pacific Highway East
4
Merge onto OR 99E
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Pacific Highway East
5
Continue on OR 99E
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Pacific Highway East
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto CR 96
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Ehlen Road Northeast
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit onto I 5
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 5
Toward I 5 South: Salem
8
Take the exit onto I 5
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 5
Exit 260B
Toward Chemawa Road Northeast: Keizer
9
Turn right onto Chemawa Road Northeast
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Chemawa Road Northeast
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on Chemawa Road Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto Chemawa Road Northeast
98 ft
·
1 sec
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
13
Continue on Chemawa Road Northeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
14
Turn left onto River Road North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road North
15
Turn left
125 ft
·
9 sec
16
Keep slight left at fork
205 ft
·
15 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.46 one way
$10.92 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $5.78 | $11.55 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.05 | $12.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Keizer, OR
Late night in Keizer on Saturday
Local time
3:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°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
3 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
38m 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 Canby, OR to Keizer, OR covers 27.4 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Ehlen Road Northeast, Pacific Highway East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 miles from Canby, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.46 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 27.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Canby, OR to Keizer, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Chemawa Road Northeast: Keizer along the way.
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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