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Trip from Corvallis, OR to Gold Beach, OR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 7m
Distance
209.1 mi
337 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 54m
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6 AM
5h 8m
8 AM
5h 35m
10 AM
5h 17m
12 PM
5h 15m
3 PM
5h 19m
5 PM
5h 33m
8 PM
5h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corvallis, OR
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Gold Beach, OR
Carel Voorhorst
Trip Overview
Corvallis to Gold Beach is 209.1 miles and takes about 5h 7m via Oregon Coast Highway and Highway 126, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip connects the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, taking you from the Willamette Valley's edge to the dramatic southern Oregon coast. The drive primarily utilizes surface roads, making it a more relaxed pace than a pure interstate experience. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 116.7 miles on the Oregon Coast Highway, this is a manageable one-day excursion for most drivers.
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
104.6 miles from Corvallis, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Coast Highway | 116.7 mi | 2h 43m |
| Highway 126 | 40.9 mi | 56m |
| State Highway 99 | 12.3 mi | 16m |
| Highway 36 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Poodle Creek Road | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Territorial Highway | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Southwest 3rd Street | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Oregon Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Oregon Coast Highway
— 116.7 mi, about 2h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corvallis, OR and Gold Beach, OR.
1
Start on US 20; OR 99W
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Southwest 4th Street
2
Merge onto OR 99W
3.8 mi
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7 min
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Southwest 3rd Street
3
Continue on OR 99W
12 mi
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16 min
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State Highway 99
4
Continue on OR 99W
0.8 mi
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1 min
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North 5th Street
5
Turn right onto OR 200
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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South 5th Street
6
Continue on OR 200
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Territorial Highway
7
Continue on Territorial Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Territorial Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto OR 36
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 36
9
Turn left onto Poodle Creek Road
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Poodle Creek Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto OR 126
26 mi
·
36 min
·
Highway 126
11
Turn left onto OR 126
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Highway 126
12
Merge onto US 101
22 mi
·
33 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
13
Continue on US 101
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Winchester Avenue
14
Continue on US 101
21 mi
·
30 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
15
Continue on US 101
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Sherman Avenue
16
Continue on US 101
0.1 mi
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20 sec
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Oregon Coast Highway
17
Continue on US 101
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Tremont Avenue
18
Continue on US 101
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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North Bayshore Drive
19
Continue on US 101
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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North Broadway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 101
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Evans Boulevard
21
Continue on US 101
358 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oregon Coast Highway
22
Continue on US 101
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Newport Lane
23
Continue on US 101
22 mi
·
31 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
24
Continue on US 101
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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2nd Street Southeast
25
Continue on US 101
25 mi
·
35 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
26
Continue on US 101
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Oregon Street
27
Turn slight left onto US 101
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
6th Street
28
Turn straight onto US 101
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
29
Continue on US 101
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
Isaac Lee Patterson Bridge
30
Continue on US 101
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Ellensburg Avenue
31
Turn right onto 8th Street
221 ft
·
9 sec
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8th Street
32
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 5-hour drive, leaving Corvallis in the morning should allow ample time to reach Gold Beach before dark. The route has only one recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you transition onto the Oregon Coast Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 116.7-mile stretch on the Oregon Coast Highway, as services might be more spread out. The flexibility of a single-day drive means you can adjust your departure time based on local weather forecasts for the coast.
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 104.6 miles from Corvallis, OR, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.7 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 46 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.6 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gold Beach, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corvallis, 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 Corvallis, OR
This is one driving day of about 209.1 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Corvallis, 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 Oregon Coast Highway for about 116.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.6 miles from Corvallis, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Oregon Coast Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 82.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
OR 99W / Southwest 3rd Street
Merge onto OR 99W / Southwest 3rd Street
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
17.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
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OR 200 / South 5th Street
Turn right onto OR 200 / South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
26.2 mi into trip
|
~40m in
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OR 36 / Highway 36
At end of road, turn right onto OR 36 / Highway 36
Navigation decision point
5
41.4 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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OR 126 / Highway 126
At end of road, turn right onto OR 126 / Highway 126
Navigation decision point
4
82.3 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway
Merge onto US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.05 one way
$74.11 round trip
$4.50/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.82 | $39.68 | $79.36 |
| premium | $5.04 | $41.51 | $83.01 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $39.48 | $78.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.96 | $10.04 |
| Efficient EV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.30 | $8.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.6 | 1 | $29.27 | $13.38 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Origin
Corvallis, OR
Late night in Corvallis on Sunday
Local time
1:14 AM
PDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
N 9 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:40AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Gold Beach, OR
Late night in Gold Beach on Sunday
Local time
1:14 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Sunny
N 20 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:40AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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
27 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
5h 7m 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 route spends 71% of its mileage on surface roads, with just 29% on highways. You'll experience 116.7 miles on the Oregon Coast Highway, the longest continuous stretch. Expect to see a mix of rural cruising and potentially some slower sections as you navigate through towns and along the coast. The transition from Highway 126 to the Oregon Coast Highway will mark a significant change in scenery and driving conditions.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 116.7 mi on Oregon Coast Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near OR 99W / Southwest 3rd Street.
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 5h 7m 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 0.8 miles (OR 99W / Southwest 3rd Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 17.6 miles (OR 200 / South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.2 miles (OR 36 / Highway 36): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
519 ft
15 ft
Total Climb
768 ft
Total Descent
947 ft
Highest Point
519 ft
~44.8 mi in
Elevation Range
504 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Corvallis, OR
Full guide →Founded 1845
Corvallis is a city of 61,000 people (2022) and serves as the Benton County seat in the state of Oregon and the home of Oregon State University, the state's oldest public higher education institution (founded in 1868 as Corvallis College).
Top landmarks
- • Benton County Courthouse — courthouse in Corvallis, Oregon, USA
- • College Hill West Historic District — historic district in Corvallis, Oregon, USA
- • Community Hall — oldest building on the main campus of Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oreg...
Arriving in Gold Beach, OR
Full guide →Founded 1853
Gold Beach is a city in Southern Oregon Coast.
Top landmarks
- • Isaac Lee Patterson Bridge — highway bridge in Oregon, USA
- • Mary D. Hume — steamboat wrecked in the Rogue River at Gold Beach, 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 5h 7m. Total distance: 209.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (29%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 116.7 miles on Oregon Coast Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (OR 99W / Southwest 3rd Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 17.6 miles (OR 200 / South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.2 miles (OR 36 / Highway 36): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Gold Beach, OR before the return drive.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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