Origin
Albany, OR
Evening in Albany on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, OR to Central Point, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
203.3 mi
327 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 48m
★
6 AM
4h 1m
8 AM
4h 27m
10 AM
4h 10m
12 PM
4h 8m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 26m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, OR
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Central Point, OR
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Trip Overview
Albany to Central Point is 203.3 miles and takes about 4h 1m via I 5, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily follows the I 5 corridor, making it a straightforward journey through Oregon's Pacific Coast region. With a highway share of 98%, expect a consistent driving experience focused on covering ground efficiently. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing to break up the drive overnight. Plan for a fuel cost of around $41, making it an economical option for a road trip.
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
101.7 miles from Albany, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 199.9 mi | 3h 53m |
| Santiam Highway Southeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Pine Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Santiam Road Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 9th Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Geary Street Southeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street Southeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 199.9 mi, about 3h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and Central Point, OR.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue Southwest
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
222 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
3
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
113 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
4
Continue on Main Street Southeast
224 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
5
Turn straight onto Santiam Road Southeast
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Santiam Road Southeast
6
Turn right onto Geary Street Southeast
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Geary Street Southeast
7
Turn left onto US 20; OR 99E
106 ft
·
2 sec
·
9th Avenue Southeast
8
Continue on US 20
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
9th Avenue Southeast
9
Turn straight onto US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Santiam Highway Southeast
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
11
Merge onto I 5
200 mi
·
3 hr 53 min
·
I 5
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Central Point
13
Turn right onto East Pine Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pine Street
14
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
377 ft
·
15 sec
·
North 3rd Street
15
Turn left onto Manzanita Street
70 ft
·
3 sec
·
Manzanita Street
16
Arrive at destination
Manzanita Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 1m duration, this is comfortably a same-day trip, so you can leave Albany at your leisure. The longest stretch is a significant 199.9 miles on I 5, so plan your fuel stops accordingly. While there's only one listed stop, you might want to factor in additional breaks for stretching or a quick meal, especially if you're traveling with others. Keep an eye on the fuel cost estimate of $41 to budget effectively for this journey through Oregon.
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 101.7 miles from Albany, OR, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 199.9 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 45 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.7 miles or 2h 1m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Central Point, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Albany, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Albany, OR
This is one driving day of about 203.3 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Albany, 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 199.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.7 miles from Albany, 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 199.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 203.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Main Street Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Geary Street Southeast
Turn right onto Geary Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
4
202.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
Take the exit toward Central Point
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Central Point
5
203.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m in
|
Manzanita Street
Turn left onto Manzanita Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.50 one way
$81.00 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $42.86 | $85.72 |
| premium | $5.59 | $44.75 | $89.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.89 | $89.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61 | 0 | $21.35 | $9.76 |
| Efficient EV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.79 | $8.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.3 | 1 | $28.46 | $13.01 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Central Point, OR
Evening in Central Point on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Winston, OR
102 mi in
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
2 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 1m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is overwhelmingly a highway-focused experience, with 98% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 5. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 199.9 miles on I 5, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed and lane travel. While the primary roads listed include Santiam Highway Southeast and 2nd Avenue Southwest, these likely serve as approach or exit routes to the main interstate. Expect a predictable and efficient journey with minimal deviations from high-speed highway driving.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 199.9 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Santiam Highway Southeast. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Main Street Southeast.
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 1m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Main Street Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.2 miles (Geary Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 1m. Total distance: 203.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 199.9 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Main Street Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.2 miles (Geary Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Central Point, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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