Trip from Warrenton, OR to Grants Pass, OR

Drive Time

6h 48m

Distance

328.4 mi

529 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$65

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 37m ★

6 AM

6h 49m

8 AM

7h 12m

10 AM

6h 57m

12 PM

6h 55m

3 PM

6h 58m

5 PM

7h 11m

8 PM

6h 42m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Grants Pass, OR

Stephen Leonardi

Trip Overview

Traveling from Warrenton to Grants Pass covers 328.4 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. Because this journey is highway-focused, you can comfortably complete the trip in a single day, though it will be a substantial time commitment behind the wheel. You should budget approximately $65 for fuel to cover the distance. The route transitions you from the northern Pacific Coast down toward the inland valley regions of Oregon. While one planned stop is recommended to break up the drive, the straightforward nature of the roads makes this a manageable trek for most drivers looking to cross the state efficiently.

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

164.2 miles from Warrenton, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by speed and efficiency, as 73% of your journey consists of highway travel. You will navigate via Sunset Highway and Northwest Sunset Highway before transitioning to the I-5 corridor for the bulk of the distance. Be prepared for a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 233.5 miles once you hit I-5, which demands steady focus and patience. The personality of the road shifts from the initial highway segments into a consistent, fast-paced interstate grind. It is a functional, high-speed route designed for making progress rather than meandering through backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 22 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 233.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Sunset Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 85.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 328.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 85.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85.5 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

85.2 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in

Take the exit toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem

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. Exit 69A Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem

85.5 mi into trip | ~1h 59m in | OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway

Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

92.3 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in

Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 5 South: Salem

326.3 mi into trip | ~6h 43m in | 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...

328.4 mi into trip | ~6h 48m in | Southwest H Street

Turn right onto Southwest H Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Warrenton, OR to Grants Pass, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.

Salem

85.2 mi in | ~1h 58m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 5	233.5 mi	4h 33m
Sunset Highway	35.1 mi	44m
Northwest Sunset Highway	33.8 mi	46m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway	6.8 mi	9m
Oregon Coast Highway	5.7 mi	7m
North Roosevelt Drive	5.1 mi	9m
Park Avenue	2.6 mi	4m
North Main Avenue	1.5 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 5 — 233.5 mi, about 4h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Warrenton, OR and Grants Pass, OR.

Start on this road

77 ft · 10 sec · this road

Turn left

124 ft · 13 sec

Turn left onto OR 104

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Main Avenue

Continue on OR 104

1.2 mi · 1 min · Fort Stevens Highway

Turn right onto US 101

5.6 mi · 7 min · Oregon Coast Highway

Continue on US 101

2.6 mi · 4 min · Park Avenue

Continue on US 101

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Oregon Coast Highway

Continue on US 101

5.1 mi · 9 min · North Roosevelt Drive

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 16 sec

Toward US 26 East: Portland

Continue on US 26

35 mi · 44 min · Sunset Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 26

14 mi · 19 min · Northwest Sunset Highway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on US 26

20 mi · 26 min · Northwest Sunset Highway

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Exit 69A Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto OR 217

6.8 mi · 9 min · Beaverton-Tigard Freeway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 5 South: Salem Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 5

234 mi · 4 hr 33 min · I 5

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Northwest Savage Street

Turn left onto Northwest Washington Boulevard

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Northwest Washington Boulevard

Continue on Northwest 4th Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Northwest 4th Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Southwest H Street

196 ft · 8 sec · Southwest H Street

Use the none lane.

Arrive at destination

Southwest H Street

Trip Plan

To maximize your efficiency, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion on the major highway segments. Since you have a nearly seven-hour drive ahead of you, plan your single recommended stop strategically to coincide with refueling or a meal break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that long 233.5-mile interstate stretch to ensure you aren't caught off guard between service areas. If you find the long duration tiring, remember that you have the flexibility to add a second stop if needed, but keeping to a single break will help you reach Grants Pass before the day is out.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 164.2 miles from Warrenton, OR, or about 3h 33m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 233.5 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 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 164.2 miles or 3h 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 36m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grants Pass, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Warrenton, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Warrenton, OR

This is one driving day of about 328.4 miles and 6h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Warrenton, 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 233.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 164.2 mi from Warrenton, OR · 3h 33m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Woodburn, OR

164 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.

Popular next leg

Woodburn, OR to Grants Pass, OR

217.4 mi · 4h 20m

Pacing Suggestions

Hillsboro, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Springfield, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 164.2 miles from Warrenton, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 233.5 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.

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

$65.36 one way

$130.71 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 115 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$69.02	$138.03
premium	$5.59	$72.24	$144.47
diesel	$5.64	$72.96	$145.92

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$65

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 114.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	98.5	1	$34.48	$15.76
Efficient EV	82.1	0	$28.73	$13.14
EV Truck/SUV	131.4	1	$45.98	$21.02

Gas CO2

115 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Warrenton, OR

Afternoon in Warrenton on Sunday

Local time

4:17 PM

PDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Grants Pass, OR

Afternoon in Grants Pass on Sunday

Local time

4:17 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

6h 48m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Warrenton, OR to Grants Pass, OR covers 328.4 miles and takes about 6h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 5, Sunset Highway, Northwest Sunset 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 164.2 miles from Warrenton, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $65.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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.

On the drive from Warrenton, OR to Grants Pass, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.

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