Origin
Grants Pass, OR
Late night in Grants Pass on Wednesday
Local time
5:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Grants Pass, OR to Albany, OR
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Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
180 mi
290 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 24m
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6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grants Pass, OR
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Albany, OR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 180-mile journey from Grants Pass, Oregon, to Albany, Oregon, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. The route is predominantly highway, with 97% of the drive utilizing major roadways, making it an efficient trip. You can expect a fuel cost of around $36 for this drive. Given its manageable length and highway focus, it’s perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. This drive stays within the Pacific Coast region, offering a consistent feel throughout your travels.
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
90 miles from Grants Pass, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 180-mile trip, with 97% of your travel on main roads like OR 99 and Santiam Highway Southeast. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a solid 175 miles on OR 99, meaning you can settle in and cover significant ground without frequent interruptions. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, offering a direct path between your starting point and destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OR 99 is the longest continuous segment at about 175 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 99 and Santiam Highway Southeast. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Northwest Savage Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Grants Pass, OR to Albany, OR is easy. At 3h 35m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Northwest Savage Street): Navigation decision point; at 177 miles (Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 179.1 miles (Main Street Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Northwest Savage Street
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
Navigation decision point
5
177 mi into trip
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~3h 29m in
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Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1
Take the exit onto Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1 toward US 20: Lebanon, Sweet Home
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 20: Lebanon, Sweet Home
5
179.1 mi into trip
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~3h 33m in
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Main Street Southeast
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
5
179.2 mi into trip
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~3h 34m in
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Main Street Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
180 mi into trip
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~3h 35m in
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2nd Avenue Southwest
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99 | 175 mi | 3h 24m |
| Santiam Highway Southeast | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 7th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 1st Avenue East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 4th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Pacific Boulevard Southeast | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 99
— 175 mi, about 3h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grants Pass, OR and Albany, OR.
1
Start on Southwest H Street
196 ft
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16 sec
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Southwest H Street
2
Turn left onto Southwest 4th Street
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Southwest 4th Street
3
Continue on Northwest Washington Boulevard
0.3 mi
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41 sec
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Northwest Washington Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
0.1 mi
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21 sec
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Northwest Savage Street
5
Continue on Northeast Savage Street
504 ft
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21 sec
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Northeast Savage Street
6
Turn left onto OR 99
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Northeast 7th Street
7
Take the exit onto OR 99
175 mi
·
3 hr 24 min
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OR 99
8
Take the exit onto Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
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Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1
Toward US 20: Lebanon, Sweet Home
9
Turn right onto US 20
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Santiam Highway Southeast
10
Merge onto US 20; OR 99E
0.4 mi
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49 sec
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Pacific Boulevard Southeast
11
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
0.2 mi
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39 sec
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Main Street Southeast
12
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street Southeast
228 ft
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4 sec
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Main Street Southeast
13
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
130 ft
·
2 sec
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Main Street Southeast
14
Continue on Main Street Southeast
491 ft
·
15 sec
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Main Street Southeast
15
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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1st Avenue East
16
Turn left onto US 20
283 ft
·
14 sec
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Ellsworth Street Southwest;Albany-Corvallis Highway
17
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
21 ft
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0 sec
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2nd Avenue Southwest
18
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue Southwest
Trip Plan
This 180-mile trip is easily manageable as a single-day drive, so you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best. With a duration of about 3 hours and 35 minutes, you can comfortably complete it before lunch or in the late afternoon. Plan for one primary stop to refuel and stretch your legs, as the longest stretch on OR 99 is 175 miles. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge will be important, especially if you depart with a less-than-full tank, given the limited opportunities for services on the longest highway segment.
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 90 miles from Grants Pass, OR, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 175 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90 miles or 1h 48m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grants Pass, 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 Grants Pass, OR
This is one driving day of about 180 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grants Pass, 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 OR 99 for about 175 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90 mi from Grants Pass, OR · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90 miles from Grants Pass, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before OR 99 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 175 miles.
Arriving in Albany, OR
The final approach into Albany, 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 Albany, OR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.86 one way
$71.72 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $37.95 | $75.90 |
| premium | $5.59 | $39.62 | $79.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.74 | $79.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54 | 0 | $18.90 | $8.64 |
| Efficient EV | 45 | 0 | $15.75 | $7.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72 | 0 | $25.20 | $11.52 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Albany, OR
Late night in Albany on Wednesday
Local time
5:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Cottage Grove, OR
90 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
2 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
3h 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 Grants Pass, OR to Albany, OR covers 180 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OR 99, Santiam Highway Southeast, Northeast 7th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90 miles from Grants Pass, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.86 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.
The drive from Grants Pass, OR to Albany, OR is easy. At 3h 35m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Northwest Savage Street): Navigation decision point; at 177 miles (Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 179.1 miles (Main Street Southeast): Navigation decision point.
The route from Grants Pass, OR to Albany, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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