Origin
Keizer, OR
Evening in Keizer on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Keizer, OR to Dallas, OR
Drive Time
30m
Distance
18.4 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
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6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keizer, OR
Birgit Böllinger
Dallas, OR
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
Traveling between Keizer and Dallas, Oregon, covers a short 18.4-mile span that takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Because of the limited distance, this trip is easily managed as a quick day outing rather than an overnight excursion. You will navigate primarily via local thoroughfares, including River Road North, Front Street Northeast, and Commercial Street Northeast. With a modest fuel cost of about $4, this route is highly economical for travelers moving within the Pacific Coast region. It is a straightforward, practical connection that functions well for errands or local commuting. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to complete the journey in one efficient go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
9.2 miles from Keizer, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you off the interstate entirely, as this route maintains a 0% highway share. Navigating through city streets requires your full attention, as the road conditions shift frequently between residential and commercial zones. You won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of open road, meaning the pace remains steady but deliberate throughout the 18.4-mile trip. The lack of highway miles makes this feel more like a suburban commute than a cross-country adventure. You should prepare for frequent turns and intersection management rather than high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Salem Dallas Highway Northwest is the longest continuous segment at about 5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 18.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (Front Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (Union Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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Front Street Northeast
Turn left onto Front Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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Union Street Northeast
Turn left onto Union Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Commercial Street Northeast
Turn right onto Commercial Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
6
3.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Marion Street Bridge
Turn right onto Marion Street Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Dallas Highway Northwest | 5 mi | 6m |
| Salem-Willamina Highway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| East Ellendale Avenue | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| River Road North | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Commercial Street Northeast | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Marion Street Bridge | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Ellendale Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Salem Dallas Highway Northwest
— 5 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Keizer, OR and Dallas, OR.
1
Start on this road
147 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
54 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto River Road North
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road North
4
Continue on Front Street Northeast
352 ft
·
8 sec
·
Front Street Northeast
5
Turn straight onto Commercial Street Northeast
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Commercial Street Northeast
6
Continue on D Street Northeast
446 ft
·
25 sec
·
D Street Northeast
7
Turn left onto Front Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Front Street Northeast
8
Continue on OR 99E Bus
284 ft
·
14 sec
·
Front Street Northeast
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto Union Street Northeast
492 ft
·
22 sec
·
Union Street Northeast
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Commercial Street Northeast
442 ft
·
19 sec
·
Commercial Street Northeast
11
Turn right onto Marion Street Bridge
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Marion Street Bridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on OR 22
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Salem Dallas Highway Northwest
13
Continue on OR 22
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Salem-Willamina Highway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Toward OR 223 Spur West: Dallas
15
Continue on OR 223 Spur
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Ellendale Road
16
Continue on OR 223 Spur
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
East Ellendale Avenue
17
Turn left onto OR 223
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto OR 223
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
Southwest Washington Street
19
Arrive at destination
OR 223
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 30-minute journey, you can easily work it into any part of your schedule without significant planning. With no stops required along the way, you have total flexibility to depart whenever traffic patterns are most favorable for your needs. Keep in mind that because you are sticking to local roads, your travel time can fluctuate based on local congestion and stoplights. Budgeting about $4 for fuel will cover your needs comfortably for this short distance. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the transition between River Road North and the downtown streets early, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be tricky if you are not paying close attention to navigation.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 9.2 miles from Keizer, OR, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5 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 18.4 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.2 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Keizer, 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 Keizer, OR
This is one driving day of about 18.4 miles and 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Keizer, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Salem Dallas Highway Northwest for about 5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.2 mi from Keizer, OR · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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
Arriving in Dallas, OR
The final approach into Dallas, 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 Dallas, 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
$3.66 one way
$7.32 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $3.87 | $7.73 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.05 | $8.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.09 | $8.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Dallas, OR
Evening in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
57°F
Salem, OR
9 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
16 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
30m 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 Keizer, OR to Dallas, OR covers 18.4 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Salem Dallas Highway Northwest, Salem-Willamina Highway, East Ellendale Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Keizer, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.66 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 18.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (Front Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (Union Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Keizer, OR to Dallas, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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