Origin
Roseburg, OR
Evening in Roseburg on Sunday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roseburg, OR to Medford, OR
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roseburg, OR
Ken Cheatham
Medford, OR
Diana Orey
Trip Overview
Connecting Roseburg to Medford, this 97-mile trip is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance and duration, you can easily tackle this route as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, making this a highly efficient transit between these two Pacific Coast region locations. Budgeting approximately $19 for fuel should keep you well-covered for the entire trip. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity, perfect for travelers prioritizing speed and reliability.
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
48.5 miles from Roseburg, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you traverse the 97-mile span between Roseburg and Medford. With 96% of the journey taking place on major highways, you will spend nearly the entire time cruising on I-5, which accounts for a 93.3-mile uninterrupted stretch. The road maintains a consistent, high-speed pace that allows for steady travel through the Pacific Coast landscape. As you approach Medford, the route transitions from the interstate onto Court Street and North Central Avenue to bring you into the heart of the city. While the drive is largely defined by this interstate grind, the predictability of the route makes it easy to navigate for any driver.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 93.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Court Street. 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
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 10 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 10 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
94.7 mi into trip
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~1h 52m 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
95.1 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Turn right onto OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 93.3 mi | 1h 49m |
| Court Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Central Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Crater Lake Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Washington Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Harvard Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Stephens Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Winchester Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 93.3 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roseburg, OR and Medford, 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
93 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
I 5
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Klamath Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto OR 62
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Crater Lake Highway
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto OR 99
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Court Street
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on OR 99
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Central Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn right onto East 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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East 4th Street
13
Turn left onto North Fir Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Fir Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Fir Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though departing early helps you avoid potential congestion on I-5. You likely won't need to plan for scheduled stops given the sub-two-hour duration, but keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Roseburg ensures you stay within your $19 budget. Because the longest stretch is over 93 miles of highway, stay alert and maintain a comfortable following distance during the heavier traffic segments. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by focusing on your arrival time in Medford rather than worrying about complex navigation. Being well-prepared for the interstate portion will make your transition onto the local North Central Avenue streets feel seamless and relaxed.
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 48.5 miles from Roseburg, OR, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.3 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 58m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Medford, 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 97 miles and 1h 58m.
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 93.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Roseburg, OR · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.5 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 93.3 miles.
Arriving in Medford, OR
The final approach into Medford, 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 Medford, 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
$19.30 one way
$38.61 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $20.39 | $40.77 |
| premium | $5.59 | $21.34 | $42.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Evening in Medford on Sunday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 58m 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 Medford, OR covers 97 miles and takes about 1h 58m 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 48.5 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 $19.30 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 58m drive. You will face about 10 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 Medford, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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