Origin
Medford, OR
Afternoon in Medford on Friday
Local time
2:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medford, OR to Mount Angel, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 53m
Distance
243.1 mi
391 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 40m
★
6 AM
4h 53m
8 AM
5h 20m
10 AM
5h 3m
12 PM
5h 0m
3 PM
5h 4m
5 PM
5h 19m
8 PM
4h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medford, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Mount Angel, OR
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
This 243.1-mile journey from Medford, Oregon, to Mount Angel, Oregon, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 53 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-5, accounting for 91% of the drive, with the final legs on Silverton Road Northeast and Mount Angel Highway Northeast. With an estimated fuel cost of $48, this highway-focused drive offers a straightforward path through the Pacific Coast region. Given its manageable duration and primary reliance on major highways, it's an excellent candidate for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pacing.
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
121.5 miles from Medford, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 53m. Total distance: 243.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 91% of the 243.1-mile route on major interstates. You'll encounter one long stretch of 220.4 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the drive. As you approach your destination, the character shifts from the fast-paced interstate to more local roads like Silverton Road Northeast and Mount Angel Highway Northeast, which will likely involve slower speeds and potentially more turns. This transition offers a change of scenery as you move from the broader highway network to more rural or town-focused approaches.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 220.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Silverton Road Northeast. 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 53m drive. You will face about 12 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 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.2 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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
|
West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
222.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
Take the exit toward Kuebler Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 252
Toward Kuebler Boulevard
5
223.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 23m in
|
Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
Turn right onto Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 220.4 mi | 4h 16m |
| Silverton Road Northeast | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| Mount Angel Highway Northeast | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Cordon Road Northeast | 3 mi | 4m |
| Kuebler Boulevard Southeast | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Cordon Road Southeast | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Brush Creek Drive Northeast | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Riverside Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 220.4 mi, about 4h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medford, OR and Mount Angel, 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
220 mi
·
4 hr 16 min
·
I 5
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 252
Toward Kuebler Boulevard
9
Turn right onto Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on Cordon Road Southeast
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Cordon Road Southeast
11
Continue on Cordon Road Northeast
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Cordon Road Northeast
12
Turn right onto OR 213
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Silverton Road Northeast
13
Turn left onto CR 639
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Brush Creek Drive Northeast
14
Turn right onto CR 26
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Hazelgreen Road Northeast
15
Turn left onto CR 18
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Mount Angel Highway Northeast
16
Continue on South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Main Street
17
Turn left onto West Church Street
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Church Street
18
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
75 ft
·
3 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Railroad Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 53-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Medford to maximize your daylight hours and avoid any potential afternoon traffic on I-5. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to break for fuel or a quick rest. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 220 miles, so plan your stops accordingly to ensure you're comfortable. Pay attention as you transition off I-5 onto Silverton Road Northeast and Mount Angel Highway Northeast, as these local roads will require your full attention.
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 121.5 miles from Medford, OR, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 220.4 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 53 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.5 miles or 2h 24m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Angel, 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.
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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 Medford, OR
This is one driving day of about 243.1 miles and 4h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 220.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 121.5 mi from Medford, OR · 2h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
122 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 121.5 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 220.4 miles.
Arriving in Mount Angel, OR
The final approach into Mount Angel, 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 Mount Angel, 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
$48.43 one way
$96.86 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $51.25 | $102.50 |
| premium | $5.59 | $53.51 | $107.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.67 | $107.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.53 | $11.67 |
| Efficient EV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.27 | $9.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.03 | $15.56 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Mount Angel, OR
Afternoon in Mount Angel on Friday
Local time
2:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
4h 53m 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 Mount Angel, OR covers 243.1 miles and takes about 4h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Silverton Road Northeast, Mount Angel Highway Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.5 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 $48.43 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 53m drive. You will face about 12 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 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.2 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Medford, OR to Mount Angel, 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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