Origin
Roseburg, OR
Night in Roseburg on Sunday
Local time
9:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roseburg, OR to Grants Pass, OR
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
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6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roseburg, OR
Ken Cheatham
Grants Pass, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Connecting Roseburg to Grants Pass, this 69.1-mile journey is a straightforward transit through Oregon’s Pacific Coast region. You can expect to reach your destination in about 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budget roughly $14 for fuel, which keeps this excursion quite affordable for a quick getaway. By utilizing I-5, OR 99, and Northwest 4th Street, you stay on a direct path between these two cities. Because the drive is short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best, whether you are heading out for a morning errand or an afternoon change of scenery.
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
34.6 miles from Roseburg, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 96% of the mileage dedicated to highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 65.6-mile stretch of the route. Expect a fast-paced, highway-focused drive that favors speed and directness over winding backroads. While you briefly transition onto OR 99 and Northwest 4th Street near the urban centers, the experience remains consistent and predictable. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that allows you to cover the distance quickly without the need for complex navigation or technical driving maneuvers.
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 65.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and OR 99. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near OR 138 / Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (OR 138 / Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (OR 99; OR 138 / Northeast Stephens Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OR 138 / Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard
Turn right onto OR 138 / Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OR 99; OR 138 / Northeast Stephens Street
At end of road, turn left onto OR 99; OR 138 / Northeast Stephens Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
67 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
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OR 99
Take the exit onto OR 99 toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, Cit...
6
69.1 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
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Southwest H Street
Turn right onto Southwest H Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 65.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| OR 99 | 1 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 4th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Washington Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Harvard Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Washington Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Stephens Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Winchester Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 65.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roseburg, OR and Grants Pass, OR.
1
Start on Northeast Winchester Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Northeast Winchester Street
2
Turn right onto OR 138
514 ft
·
12 sec
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Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard
3
At end of road, turn left onto OR 99; OR 138
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Northeast Stephens Street
4
Turn right onto OR 138
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Southeast Washington Avenue
5
Continue on OR 138
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Harvard Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 5
66 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
I 5
8
Take the exit onto OR 99
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
OR 99
Toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City Center
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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Northwest Savage Street
10
Turn left onto Northwest Washington Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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Northwest Washington Boulevard
11
Continue on Northwest 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 4th Street
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Southwest H Street
196 ft
·
8 sec
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Southwest H Street
Use the none lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Southwest H Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to complete the drive in one go without planning for mandatory rest stops. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure the smoothest flow on the 65.6-mile interstate stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Roseburg, as filling up at the start will easily cover the $14 estimated cost for the entire trip. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, you can easily shift between I-5 and OR 99 to vary your surroundings. Remember that because the drive is only 69.1 miles, you can easily turn this into a round trip in a single day if your plans require a return to your starting point.
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 34.6 miles from Roseburg, OR, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.6 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 69.1 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grants Pass, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roseburg, 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 Roseburg, OR
This is one driving day of about 69.1 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Roseburg, 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 I 5 for about 65.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from Roseburg, OR · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Roseburg, 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 65.6 miles.
Arriving in Grants Pass, OR
The final approach into Grants Pass, 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 Grants Pass, 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
$13.75 one way
$27.50 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $14.52 | $29.04 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.20 | $30.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Grants Pass, OR
Night in Grants Pass on Sunday
Local time
9:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°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
21 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
1h 25m 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 Roseburg, OR to Grants Pass, OR covers 69.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, OR 99, Northwest 4th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.6 miles from Roseburg, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.75 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 is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (OR 138 / Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (OR 99; OR 138 / Northeast Stephens Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Roseburg, OR to Grants Pass, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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