Traveling from Lincoln City to Albany covers 75.1 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a quick day trip rather than a multi-day excursion. You will navigate a mix of local routes, including Northeast West Devils Lake Road and Northeast 14th Street, rather than sticking to major interstates. Budgeting around $15 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit between these two Pacific Coast locations. Since the entire drive stays within the same region, you can expect a consistent atmosphere as you transition from the coast toward the Willamette Valley.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.1 miles from Lincoln City, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Salmon River Highway
26.8 mi
37m
OR 22
15.8 mi
18m
South Pacific Highway West
11.8 mi
16m
Northwest Springhill Drive
7.6 mi
11m
Oregon Coast Highway
2.8 mi
5m
Suver Road
2.1 mi
3m
Northeast West Devils Lake Road
1.8 mi
3m
Corvallis Road
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Salmon River Highway
— 26.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln City, OR and Albany, OR.
1
Start on Southwest Fleet Avenue
0.3 mi·55 sec·Southwest Fleet Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 101
0.9 mi·2 min·Oregon Coast Highway
3
Turn right onto Northeast 14th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Northeast 14th Street
4
Continue on Northeast West Devils Lake Road
1.8 mi·3 min·Northeast West Devils Lake Road
5
Turn right onto US 101
1.9 mi·3 min·Oregon Coast Highway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
7
Continue on OR 18
27 mi·37 min·Salmon River Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22
16 mi·18 min·OR 22
Toward OR 22: Salem
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward OR 99W: Monmouth, McMinnville
10
Turn right onto OR 99W
0.3 mi·44 sec·Main Street
Toward Rickreall Fairgrounds, Monmouth, CorvallisUse the right lane.
11
Continue on OR 99W
2.2 mi·3 min·South Pacific Highway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Enter roundabout onto OR 99W
97 ft·1 sec·South Pacific Highway West
13
Continue on OR 99W
2.7 mi·3 min·South Pacific Highway West
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on OR 99W
1.0 mi·2 min·Pacific Avenue North
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on OR 99W
6.9 mi·9 min·South Pacific Highway West
16
Turn left onto Suver Road
2.1 mi·3 min·Suver Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Corvallis Road
1.6 mi·2 min·Corvallis Road
18
Continue on Northwest Independence Highway
0.6 mi·1 min·Northwest Independence Highway
19
Turn left onto Northwest Springhill Drive
7.6 mi·11 min·Northwest Springhill Drive
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 20
0.4 mi·1 min·Albany-Corvallis Highway
21
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
21 ft·0 sec·2nd Avenue Southwest
22
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue Southwest
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 1-hour and 34-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. You do not need to worry about planning formal stops, as the duration is manageable without a scheduled break. Keep in mind that because the route is entirely local, road conditions can change quickly; stay alert for turns and local traffic patterns. To make the most of your $15 fuel budget, ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Lincoln City to avoid hunting for stations on smaller roads. Embracing the lack of major highway stretches allows you to focus on the road ahead rather than managing long-haul fatigue.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.1 miles from Lincoln City, OR, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.8 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 16 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.1 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lincoln City, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lincoln City, OR
This is one driving day of about 74.2 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Lincoln City, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Salmon River Highway for about 26.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 61.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway
Navigation decision point
5
32.6 mi into trip|~49m in|OR 22
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22 toward OR 22: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward OR 22: Salem
5
48.5 mi into trip|~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward OR 99W: Monmouth, McMinnville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward OR 99W: Monmouth, McMinnville
7
48.7 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|OR 99W / Main Street
Turn right onto OR 99W / Main Street toward Rickreall Fairgrounds, Monmouth, Corvallis
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Rickreall Fairgrounds, Monmouth, Corvall...
6
61.9 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|Suver Road
Turn left onto Suver Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.78 one way
$29.56 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$15.64
$31.29
premium
$5.59
$16.33
$32.67
diesel
$5.61
$16.38
$32.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.3
0
$7.79
$3.56
Efficient EV
18.6
0
$6.49
$2.97
EV Truck/SUV
29.7
0
$10.39
$4.75
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Lincoln City, OR
Night
in Lincoln City on Saturday
Local time
9:40 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Albany, OR
Night
in Albany on Saturday
Local time
9:40 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
1h 46m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With a highway share of 0%, this route relies entirely on smaller roads like the Oregon Coast Highway to navigate the terrain. The path is defined by its technical nature, requiring your full attention as you wind through the local landscape. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you will find yourself navigating constant shifts in the road layout. It is a practical, direct drive that favors local connectivity over high-speed travel.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.8 mi on Salmon River Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (OR 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lincoln City, OR and Albany, OR, road signs point toward Mcminnville, Rickreall Fairgrounds, Monmouth and Corvallis.
Mcminnville
48.5 mi in|~1h 7m
Rickreall Fairgrounds
48.7 mi in|~1h 8m|via OR 99W
Monmouth
48.7 mi in|~1h 8m|via OR 99W
Corvallis
48.7 mi in|~1h 8m|via OR 99W
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 74.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.8 miles on Salmon River Highway. 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 0.3 miles (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (OR 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Albany, OR before heading back.
