Origin
Grants Pass, OR
Evening in Grants Pass on Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grants Pass, OR to Coos Bay, OR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
137.5 mi
221 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 57m
★
6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m
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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Coos Bay, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Grants Pass, OR to Coos Bay, OR covers 137.5 miles and takes about 3h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on OR 99, Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway, State Highway 42 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.2 miles on OR 99. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.39 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
68.8 miles from Grants Pass, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 137.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Grants Pass, OR to Coos Bay, OR covers 137.5 miles and takes about 3h 8m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 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 55.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest 4th Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 8m drive. You will face about 15 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 (Southwest 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Northwest Savage Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (OR 99 / Northeast 7th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Southwest 4th Street
Turn left onto Southwest 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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Northwest Savage Street
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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OR 99 / Northeast 7th Street
Turn left onto OR 99 / Northeast 7th Street
Navigation decision point
4
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Round Prairie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Round Prairie
6
137.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
|
South 4th Street
At end of road, turn right onto South 4th Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
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 Grants Pass, OR to Coos Bay, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Round Prairie along the way.
Round Prairie
57.2 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99 | 55.2 mi | 1h 5m |
| Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway | 46.2 mi | 1h 5m |
| State Highway 42 | 19.7 mi | 27m |
| 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 7th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 99
— 55.2 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grants Pass, OR and Coos Bay, OR.
1
Start on Southwest H Street
196 ft
·
16 sec
·
Southwest H Street
2
Turn left onto Southwest 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 4th Street
3
Continue on Northwest Washington Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Northwest Washington Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Northwest Savage Street
5
Continue on Northeast Savage Street
504 ft
·
21 sec
·
Northeast Savage Street
6
Turn left onto OR 99
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 7th Street
7
Take the exit onto OR 99
55 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
OR 99
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Round Prairie
9
Turn left onto CR 105
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Clarks Branch Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto CR 14
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Dole Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto OR 99
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Dillard Highway
12
Turn left onto Brockway Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Brockway Road
13
Turn left onto OR 42
25 mi
·
36 min
·
Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
14
Continue on OR 42
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 42
15
Continue on OR 42
17 mi
·
23 min
·
Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
16
Continue on OR 42
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Maryland Avenue
17
Continue on OR 42
490 ft
·
13 sec
·
Roseburg Road
18
Continue on OR 42
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
8th Street
19
Continue on OR 42
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 42
20
Continue on OR 42
372 ft
·
6 sec
·
Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
21
Continue on OR 42
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Adams Street
22
Continue on OR 42
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Main Street
23
Continue on OR 42
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway
24
Continue on OR 42
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 42
25
Merge onto US 101
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
26
Continue on US 101
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Newport Lane
27
Continue on US 101
358 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oregon Coast Highway
28
Continue on US 101
474 ft
·
13 sec
·
Evans Boulevard
29
Turn slight right onto US 101
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
30
Turn left onto Curtis Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Curtis Avenue
31
At end of road, turn right onto South 4th Street
231 ft
·
13 sec
·
South 4th Street
32
Turn left onto Bennett Avenue
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
Bennett Avenue
33
Arrive at destination
Bennett Avenue
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 68.8 miles from Grants Pass, OR, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.2 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 30 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.8 miles or 1h 28m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coos Bay, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Grants Pass, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 137.5 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 55.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.8 mi from Grants Pass, OR · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.8 miles from Grants Pass, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coos Bay, OR
The final approach into Coos Bay, 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 Coos Bay, 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
$27.39 one way
$54.78 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $28.99 | $57.98 |
| premium | $5.59 | $30.27 | $60.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.36 | $60.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.44 | $6.60 |
| Efficient EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.03 | $5.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55 | 0 | $19.25 | $8.80 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Coos Bay, OR
Evening in Coos Bay on Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Winston, OR
69 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
7 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 8m 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 Coos Bay, OR covers 137.5 miles and takes about 3h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OR 99, Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway, State Highway 42. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.8 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 $27.39 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 8m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Northwest Savage Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (OR 99 / Northeast 7th Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Grants Pass, OR to Coos Bay, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Round Prairie along the way.
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