Origin
Medford, OR
Morning in Medford on Saturday
Local time
8:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medford, OR to Lebanon, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
208.2 mi
335 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 56m
★
6 AM
4h 9m
8 AM
4h 35m
10 AM
4h 18m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 34m
8 PM
4h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medford, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Lebanon, OR
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 208.2-mile drive from Medford, OR to Lebanon, OR is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 9 minutes. The majority of your journey, about 96% of it, will be on the interstate, specifically I-5, offering a straightforward path north through the Pacific Coast region. With a projected fuel cost of around $41, this route is budget-friendly for a day trip. It's a highway-focused drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently, making it a practical choice for many travelers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
104.1 miles from Medford, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 9m. Total distance: 208.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 96% of the mileage covered on major roads like I-5 and Highway 34 Southeast. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 197.1 miles on I-5, which means you can maintain a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. The transition to local roads like the Corvallis-Lebanon Highway will occur closer to your destination, offering a change of scenery as you approach Lebanon.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 197.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Highway 34 Southeast. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 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 4h 9m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (OR 99 / North Riverside Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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OR 99 / North Riverside Avenue
Turn left onto OR 99 / North Riverside Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
199.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 55m in
Take the exit toward OR 34: Lebanon, Corvallis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward OR 34: Lebanon, Corvallis
4
207.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m in
|
US 20 / South Main Street
Turn right onto US 20 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 197.1 mi | 3h 49m |
| Highway 34 Southeast | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Corvallis-Lebanon Highway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| North Riverside Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Tangent Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Crater Lake Highway | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 197.1 mi, about 3h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medford, OR and Lebanon, OR.
1
Start on North Fir Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Fir Street
2
Turn right onto West 4th Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn left onto OR 99
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Riverside Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto Riverside Avenute Connection #1
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Riverside Avenute Connection #1
5
Turn straight onto OR 62
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Crater Lake Highway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
7
Merge onto I 5
197 mi
·
3 hr 49 min
·
I 5
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward OR 34: Lebanon, Corvallis
9
Turn right onto OR 34
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 34 Southeast
10
Continue on OR 34
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Corvallis-Lebanon Highway
11
Continue on OR 34
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tangent Street
12
Turn right onto US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 20
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour drive time, departing Medford in the morning will allow you to reach Lebanon with plenty of daylight remaining. Plan for one stop to break up the nearly 200-mile stretch on I-5; a quick rest stop or fuel refill will be well-timed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer stretches of highway, as services can sometimes be spaced out. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility to adjust your departure time or stop duration as needed.
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 104.1 miles from Medford, OR, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 197.1 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 46 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.1 miles or 2h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lebanon, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Medford, 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 Medford, OR
This is one driving day of about 208.2 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Medford, 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 I 5 for about 197.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.1 mi from Medford, OR · 2h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.1 miles from Medford, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 197.1 miles.
Arriving in Lebanon, OR
The final approach into Lebanon, 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 Lebanon, 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
$41.48 one way
$82.95 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $43.89 | $87.79 |
| premium | $5.59 | $45.83 | $91.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.97 | $91.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.5 | 0 | $21.86 | $9.99 |
| Efficient EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.22 | $8.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.3 | 1 | $29.15 | $13.32 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Lebanon, OR
Morning in Lebanon on Saturday
Local time
8:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Winston, OR
104 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
4 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
4h 9m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Medford, OR to Lebanon, OR covers 208.2 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Highway 34 Southeast, Corvallis-Lebanon Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.1 miles from Medford, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.48 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (OR 99 / North Riverside Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Medford, OR to Lebanon, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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