Origin
Keizer, OR
Afternoon in Keizer on Thursday
Local time
1:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Keizer, OR to Oak Grove, OR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keizer, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Keizer, OR to Oak Grove, OR covers 44 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on River Road North, Chemawa Road Northeast, I 5 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 59m drive with frequent turns across 44 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
River Road North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Keizer, OR to Oak Grove, OR is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Keizer, OR to Oak Grove, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| River Road North | — | — |
| Chemawa Road Northeast | — | — |
| I 5 North | — | — |
| I 205 North | — | — |
| OR 99E | — | — |
| OR 99E North | — | — |
| McLoughlin Boulevard | — | — |
| Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
River Road North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Keizer, OR and Oak Grove, OR.
1
Start on the route
148 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
56 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto River Road North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road North
4
Turn right onto Chemawa Road Northeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Chemawa Road Northeast
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
6
Exit the roundabout onto Chemawa Road Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
7
Continue on Chemawa Road Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Chemawa Road Northeast
8
Take the ramp left toward I 5 North: Portland
28 mi
·
32 min
·
I 5 North: Portland
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 205 North: Oregon City
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 205 North: Oregon City
10
Continue straight
8.2 mi
·
10 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward OR 99E: Downtown, Oregon City, Gladstone
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
OR 99E: Downtown, Oregon City, Gladstone
12
Keep slight right to continue on OR 99E North: Gladstone, Portland
180 ft
·
6 sec
·
OR 99E North: Gladstone, Portland
13
Merge slight left onto McLoughlin Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
McLoughlin Boulevard
14
Continue on Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard
15
Turn left onto Southeast Oak Grove Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southeast Oak Grove Boulevard
16
At the end of the road, turn right onto Southeast Rupert Drive
259 ft
·
10 sec
·
Southeast Rupert Drive
17
Turn right
72 ft
·
10 sec
18
Turn left
112 ft
·
8 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22 mi from Keizer, OR · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Keizer, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oak Grove, OR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Oak Grove, OR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.53 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $9.28 | $18.55 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.69 | $19.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Oak Grove, OR
Afternoon in Oak Grove on Thursday
Local time
1:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
5 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
59m 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 Oak Grove, OR covers 44 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are River Road North, Chemawa Road Northeast, I 5 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22 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 $8.77 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.
The drive from Keizer, OR to Oak Grove, OR is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Keizer, OR to Oak Grove, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Keizer, OR to Oak Grove, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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