Origin
Oregon City, OR
Late night in Oregon City on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oregon City, OR to Albany, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
65.9 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oregon City, OR
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Albany, OR
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Oregon City to Albany, you are looking at a straightforward 65.9-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes to complete. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on I-205 and I-5 to move you quickly through the Pacific Coast region. Because the total duration is quite short, this is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, leaving you plenty of time at your destination. You can expect to spend roughly $13 on fuel for the journey. It is a highly practical drive for those who prioritize getting from point A to point B without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 53.5 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 205 | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 1st Avenue East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| OR 99E | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Willamette Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Singer Hill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 53.5 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oregon City, OR and Albany, OR.
1
Start on 7th Street
102 ft
·
9 sec
·
7th Street
2
Turn left onto Singer Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Singer Hill Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto OR 43
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Oregon City Bridge
Use the right lane.
5
Turn slight right onto OR 43
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Willamette Drive
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto OR 43
118 ft
·
3 sec
·
Willamette Drive
7
Continue on OR 43
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Willamette Drive
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 205 South: Salem
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 205
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
508 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on this road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
12
Merge onto I 5
54 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto OR 99E
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
OR 99E
Toward OR 99E: Albany
14
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
508 ft
·
19 sec
·
Albany Avenue
15
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
16
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
17
Continue on Main Street Southeast
491 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
18
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue East
19
Turn left onto US 20
283 ft
·
14 sec
·
Ellsworth Street Southwest;Albany-Corvallis Highway
20
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
21
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Oregon City, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Singer Hill Road
Turn left onto Singer Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
OR 43 / Oregon City Bridge
Turn right onto OR 43 / Oregon City Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 205 South: Salem
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 205 South: Salem
7
8.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.13 one way
$26.26 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.89 | $27.79 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.55 | $29.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.23 | $4.22 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Albany, OR
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°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
3 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 22m 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 highly efficient experience, as 93% of this route takes place on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 53.5 miles that defines the rhythm of the drive. The transition from the interstate into Albany via Salem Avenue Southeast is minimal, keeping the experience consistent from start to finish. Since this is a highway-focused drive, you should prepare for a steady, predictable pace rather than technical winding roads. It is the type of route where you can settle into a consistent speed and let the miles tick by smoothly.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.5 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Singer Hill Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.9 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (Singer Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (OR 43 / Oregon City Bridge): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 65.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.5 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Albany, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (Singer Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (OR 43 / Oregon City Bridge): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Albany, 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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