Origin
Rogue River, OR
Morning in Rogue River on Friday
Local time
7:08 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rogue River, OR to Medford, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
20.8 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rogue River, OR
Drew Burks
Medford, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Embarking on the short 20.8-mile journey from Rogue River, OR to Medford, OR takes approximately 27 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route primarily utilizes I 5, with brief sections on Court Street and North Central Avenue, and is predominantly a highway-focused drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $4, this is a budget-friendly option for travelers exploring the Pacific Coast region. Since there are no recommended overnight stops and the drive is so brief, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This quick connection is perfect for a simple point-to-point trip within Oregon.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 20.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized by an 86% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on I 5. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.9 miles on I 5, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the route does incorporate local roads like Court Street and North Central Avenue, providing a slight change in scenery and pace before rejoining the interstate. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal complex maneuvers, allowing you to cover the distance efficiently.
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 17.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Court Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Depot Street
Turn right onto Depot Street
Navigation decision point
7
18.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Klamath Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Kla...
5
18.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Turn right onto OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
20.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
North Fir Street
Turn left onto North Fir Street
Navigation decision point
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 Rogue River, OR to Medford, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Klamath Falls along the way.
Klamath Falls
18.6 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| Court Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Central Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Crater Lake Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Fir Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Berglund Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 17.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogue River, OR and Medford, OR.
1
Start on Berglund Street
520 ft
·
24 sec
·
Berglund Street
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
418 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn slight right onto Pine Street
485 ft
·
11 sec
·
Pine Street
4
Turn right onto Depot Street
404 ft
·
13 sec
·
Depot Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
6
Merge onto I 5
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 5
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Klamath Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto OR 62
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Crater Lake Highway
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto OR 99
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Court Street
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on OR 99
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Central Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn right onto East 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East 4th Street
12
Turn left onto North Fir Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Fir Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Fir Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.14 one way
$8.29 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $4.39 | $8.77 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.58 | $9.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Medford, OR
Morning in Medford on Friday
Local time
7:08 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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 Rogue River, OR to Medford, OR covers 20.8 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Court Street, North Central Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.4 miles from Rogue River, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.14 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 20.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Rogue River, OR to Medford, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Klamath Falls along the way.
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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