Origin
Canby, OR
Night in Canby on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canby, OR to Corvallis, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
64.1 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canby, OR
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Corvallis, OR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 64.1-mile drive from Canby to Corvallis, Oregon, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 26 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on I-5, which accounts for 69% of the journey, with shorter segments on Ehlen Road Northeast and Albany-Corvallis Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this highway-focused route is efficient and budget-friendly. Since it’s a relatively short distance, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so expect a consistent regional feel throughout.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 44.3 mi | 52m |
| Albany-Corvallis Highway | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| Ehlen Road Northeast | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Pacific Highway East | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 1st Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Pacific Highway East | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 1st Avenue East | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 44.3 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canby, OR and Corvallis, OR.
1
Start on North Ivy Street
257 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Ivy Street
2
Turn right onto OR 99E
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 1st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OR 99E
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Pacific Highway East
4
Merge onto OR 99E
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Pacific Highway East
5
Continue on OR 99E
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Pacific Highway East
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto CR 96
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Ehlen Road Northeast
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit onto I 5
44 mi
·
52 min
·
I 5
Toward I 5 South: Salem
8
Take the exit onto OR 99E
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
OR 99E
Toward OR 99E: Albany
9
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
508 ft
·
19 sec
·
Albany Avenue
10
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
11
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
12
Continue on Main Street Southeast
491 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
13
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue East
14
Turn right onto US 20
154 ft
·
4 sec
·
Lyon Street South;Albany-Corvallis Highway
15
Continue on US 20
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
Albany-Corvallis Highway
16
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Northeast 2nd Street
17
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 2nd Street
18
Turn right onto Northwest Jackson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Northwest Jackson Avenue
19
Turn left onto US 20; OR 99W
410 ft
·
15 sec
·
Northwest 4th Street
20
Arrive at destination
US 20; OR 99W
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32 miles from Canby, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 64 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue
Turn right onto OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast
Turn right onto CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
6.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 5
Take the exit onto I 5 toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 5 South: Salem
5
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
Salem Avenue Southeast
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
5
64 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
US 20; OR 99W / Northwest 4th Street
Turn left onto US 20; OR 99W / Northwest 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.77 one way
$25.54 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.51 | $27.03 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Corvallis, OR
Night in Corvallis on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Salem, OR
32 mi in
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
19 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 26m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 69% of the 64.1 miles being on I-5. This means you'll experience stretches of steady, faster driving. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 44.3 miles on I-5, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While the majority is interstate, the route incorporates portions of Ehlen Road Northeast and Albany-Corvallis Highway, introducing some variation as you approach your destination. Expect a practical and efficient journey rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.3 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Albany-Corvallis Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 64.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.3 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99E / Southwest 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Corvallis, OR before heading back.
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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