Origin
Nyssa, OR
Night in Nyssa on Saturday
Local time
10:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nyssa, OR to Cairo, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.8 mi
14 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nyssa, OR
Efrem Efre
Cairo, OR
Ahmed Aziz
Trip Overview
This short 8.8-mile drive from Nyssa, OR to Cairo, OR takes approximately 13 minutes and is easily manageable as a day trip. With a low estimated fuel cost of just $2, it's an economical journey. You'll primarily be on local roads, indicated by the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, so don't expect long stretches of high-speed cruising. This route stays within the Pacific Coast region, offering a brief but direct connection between two points in Oregon. It's perfect for when you just need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Oregon Highway | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Central Oregon Highway
— 7.8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nyssa, OR and Cairo, OR.
1
Start on US 20; US 26
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 20; US 26
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Central Oregon Highway
3
Enter roundabout onto OR 201
200 ft
·
2 sec
·
Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
4
Continue on OR 201
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
5
Turn left onto Railroad Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
6
Arrive at destination
Railroad Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 8.1 and 8.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
OR 201 / Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
Enter roundabout onto OR 201 / Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
8.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto Railroad Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.75 one way
$3.51 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $1.86 | $3.71 |
| premium | $5.59 | $1.94 | $3.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.94 | $3.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.77 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Cairo, OR
Night in Cairo on Saturday
Local time
10:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
17 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
13m 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?
Expect a route with frequent turns, characteristic of a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating local roads for the entire 8.8 miles. The longest continuous segment you'll encounter is 7.8 miles along the Central Oregon Highway, offering a brief period of less frequent turns. You'll be using a combination of Central Oregon Highway, Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway, and East Main Street, so keep your attention sharp for changes in road type and speed limits as you move through different sections.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.8 mi on Central Oregon Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 8.1 miles in near OR 201 / Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Nyssa, OR to Cairo, OR is easy. At 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.1 miles (OR 201 / Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.6 miles (Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 8.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.8 miles on Central Oregon 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 8.1 miles (OR 201 / Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.6 miles (Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cairo, 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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