Origin
Chiloquin, OR
Afternoon in Chiloquin on Thursday
Local time
3:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
49.6 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Malone, OR
Anastasia Nagibina
The drive from Chiloquin, OR to Malone, OR covers 49.6 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on The Dalles-California Highway, Klamath Falls-Malin Highway, Southside Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.7 miles on The Dalles-California Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 49.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (12%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 1h 5m drive with frequent turns across 49.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 28.8 miles in.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Chiloquin, OR to Malone, OR is easy. At 1h 5m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 28.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.2 miles (OR 140 / Greensprings Drive): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward OR 66, OR 140: Lakeview, Medford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto OR 140 / Greensprings Drive
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto Southside Expressway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto Malone Road
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Chiloquin, OR to Malone, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Medford along the way.
Medford
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| The Dalles-California Highway | 27.7 mi | 32m |
| Klamath Falls-Malin Highway | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| Southside Expressway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Chiloquin Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Malone Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Greensprings Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chocktoot Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Chiloquin, OR and Malone, OR.
Start on OR 422S
Turn left onto OR 422
Turn left onto US 97
Take the exit
Turn left
Turn left onto OR 140
Continue on OR 140
Enter roundabout onto Southside Expressway
Continue on Southside Expressway
Turn right onto OR 39
Turn right onto Malone Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Chiloquin, OR · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Chiloquin, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Malone, 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.
Regular Gas
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $10.46 | $20.91 |
| premium | $5.59 | $10.92 | $21.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Chiloquin on Thursday
Local time
3:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Malone on Thursday
Local time
3:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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