Origin
Canyonville, OR
Night in Canyonville on Monday
Local time
9:26 PM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canyonville, OR to Medford, OR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 8, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
70.2 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
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.
Canyonville, OR
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Medford, OR
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Canyonville to Medford is 70.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 25 minutes via I 5, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Oregon's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward connection between two points. Given the minimal driving time and moderate fuel cost, this route is ideal for a same-day trip. You'll primarily be on the interstate, making it a practical choice for efficient travel between these two communities. Consider this a simple transit rather than a destination-focused road trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 67.4 mi | 1h 18m |
| Court Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Central Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Crater Lake Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Frontage Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Fir Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 67.4 mi, about 1h 18m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 32 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,442 veh/hr typical · worst 1,799
Quietest
2 AM
~114 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canyonville, OR and Medford, OR.
1
Start on West 1st Street
249 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 1st Street
2
Turn left onto Southwest Frontage Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Southwest Frontage Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
4
Merge onto I 5; OR 99
67 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
I 5; OR 99
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward OR 62: Crater Lake Highway, Medford, Klamath Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn right onto OR 62
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Crater Lake Highway
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto OR 99
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Court Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on OR 99
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Central Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn right onto East 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East 4th Street
10
Turn left onto North Fir Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Fir Street
11
Arrive at destination
North Fir Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Canyonville, 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 67.4 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 68 and 70.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
68 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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
68.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Turn right onto OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
68.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
OR 99 / Court Street
Turn left onto OR 99 / Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
70 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
East 4th Street
Turn right onto East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
70.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
North Fir Street
Turn left onto North Fir Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.61 one way
$27.21 round trip
$4.92/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.20 | $14.38 | $28.75 |
| premium | $5.44 | $15.03 | $30.05 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $15.47 | $30.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Night in Medford on Monday
Local time
9:26 PM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway, with 96% of the 70.2 miles covered on I 5. You'll experience a longest stretch of 67.4 miles on I 5 before transitioning to local roads. The final portion involves Court Street and North Central Avenue, indicating a shift to more urban or town-based driving. Expect a consistent cruising experience for the majority of the drive, with a brief change in scenery as you approach your destination.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.4 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Court Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 68 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Canyonville, OR to Medford, OR is easy. At 1h 25m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.3 miles (OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles (OR 99 / Court Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,817 ft
771 ft
Total Climb
1,755 ft
Total Descent
1,146 ft
Highest Point
1,817 ft
~30.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,046 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Canyonville, OR
Full guide →Founded 1901
Canyonville is a small town of about 1,600 people in Southern Oregon.
Arriving in Medford, OR
Full guide →Founded 1884
Medford is a city in the Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon. The town is southern Oregon's largest and most diverse city, brimming with historical and cultural attractions while offering regional tax-free shopping. Medford is the county seat of Jackson County, and is the commercial and medical hub of southern Oregon. Its autumns tend to be very mild, and dry when compared to the rest of the state.
Top landmarks
- • Barnum Hotel — historic hotel building in Medford, Oregon, USA
- • Jackson County Courthouse — historic building in Medford, Oregon, United States
- • James A. Redden Federal Courthouse — courthouse in Medford, Oregon, USA
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 70.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.4 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: at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.3 miles (OR 62 / Crater Lake Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles (OR 99 / Court Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Medford, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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