Roger's Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 5 am–8 pm
+15419266717
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
207.8 mi
334 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grants Pass, OR
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Dallas, OR
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Spanning 207.8 miles, this route from Grants Pass to Dallas, Oregon, covers a total travel time of approximately 4 hours and 16 minutes. Because the entire journey remains within the Pacific Coast region, you won't experience drastic shifts in climate or geography, but you will navigate a consistent local road network. Plan on a budget of about $41 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the drive is comfortably under five hours, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stop. This is a straightforward, manageable trek that offers a consistent pace for those looking to stay off the major interstates.
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
103.9 miles from Grants Pass, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99 | 175 mi | 3h 24m |
| South Pacific Highway West | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| Northwest Springhill Drive | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Clow Corner Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Suver Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Corvallis Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Santiam Highway Southeast | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Pacific Avenue South | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Grants Pass, OR and Dallas, OR.
Start on Southwest H Street
Turn left onto Southwest 4th Street
Continue on Northwest Washington Boulevard
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
Continue on Northeast Savage Street
Turn left onto OR 99
Take the exit onto OR 99
Take the exit onto Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1
Turn right onto US 20
Merge onto US 20; OR 99E
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
Continue on Main Street Southeast
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
Turn right onto US 20
Continue on US 20
Turn right onto Northwest Springhill Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Northwest Independence Highway
Continue on Corvallis Road
Turn left onto Suver Road
Turn right onto OR 99W
Continue on OR 99W
Continue on OR 99W
Enter roundabout onto Clow Corner Road
Continue on Clow Corner Road
Continue on Southeast Monmouth Cut Off
Continue on Southeast Uglow Avenue
Turn slight left onto Southeast Washington Street
Arrive at destination
Since this is a 207.8-mile journey, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on personal preference. We recommend building in at least one stop to break up the four-hour-and-16-minute duration and keep your energy levels high. Given the reliance on local roads, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you stay on track through the various turns on Southwest 4th Street and Northwest Savage Street. Factor the $41 fuel estimate into your travel budget before heading out to ensure a smooth trip. Because you are avoiding major highways, be mindful that local traffic patterns can influence your arrival time, so allow for a little extra padding in your schedule.
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.
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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.9 miles or 2h 4m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Grants Pass, 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 Grants Pass, OR
This is one driving day of about 207.8 miles and 4h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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.
A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 103.9 miles from Grants Pass, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before OR 99 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 175 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Albany, Oregon
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 5 am–8 pm
+15419266717
Masala Bites Indian Restaurant
Dallas, Oregon
Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge
Albany, Oregon
Near the end, right off the route
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 5 am–8 pm
+15419266717
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Dallas, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+15037511266
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+15418129220
Near the end, right off the route
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+15419265755
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 4–10 pm
+15417919511
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 4–10 pm
+15419812140
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 5–8 pm
+15419288157
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+15419268183
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Canyonville, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18884092980
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Grants Pass, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Grants Pass, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18663003827
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
+18889982546
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
+18889982546
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Springfield, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Grants Pass, Oregon
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+15419550815
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Grants Pass, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+15414797204
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Grants Pass, Oregon
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+15414716435
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Grants Pass, Oregon
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+15414716435
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Grants Pass, Oregon
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+15414767574
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Albany, Oregon
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+15414972934
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Grants Pass, Oregon
+15414793351
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 9 am–3 pm
+15417473817
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 192.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1 toward US 20: Lebanon, Sweet Home
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto OR 99W / South Pacific Highway West
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$41.40 one way
$82.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $43.81 | $87.62 |
| premium | $5.59 | $45.74 | $91.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.88 | $91.76 |
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: 72.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.3 | 0 | $21.82 | $9.97 |
| Efficient EV | 52 | 0 | $18.18 | $8.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.1 | 1 | $29.09 | $13.30 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Grants Pass on Saturday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Dallas on Saturday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight-line interstate sprint. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend your entire time navigating surface streets like Southwest 4th Street, Northwest Washington Boulevard, and Northwest Savage Street. This profile creates a more hands-on driving experience, requiring your full attention as you transition through the various local segments. You won't find any long, monotonous stretches of highway here, as the road configuration keeps you engaged with frequent turns. Prepare for a steady, technical drive that moves away from the typical high-speed transit found on major thoroughfares.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 99 and South Pacific Highway West. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Northwest Savage Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 16m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Northwest Savage Street): Navigation decision point; at 177 miles (Highway #001MR - Santiam Highway Connection #1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 179.1 miles (Main Street Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Grants Pass, OR to Dallas, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Sweet Home along the way.
Sweet Home
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 207.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
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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