Origin
Sherwood, OR
Night in Sherwood on Saturday
Local time
9:38 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sherwood, 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 16m
Distance
59.4 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherwood, OR
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Albany, OR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 59.4-mile journey from Sherwood, Oregon, to Albany, Oregon, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-5, with brief segments on Southwest Tonquin Road and Salem Avenue Southeast, this drive offers a convenient connection within the Pacific Coast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, it's an economical option for a short excursion. The route's highway-focused profile makes it efficient for travel, suggesting a smooth and direct experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 51.9 mi | 1h 1m |
| Southwest Tonquin Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 1st Avenue East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Willamette Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Basalt Creek Parkway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Day Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Grahams Ferry Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 51.9 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherwood, OR and Albany, OR.
1
Start on Southwest Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Southwest Pine Street
2
Turn left onto Southwest Willamette Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Willamette Street
3
Turn left onto Southwest Murdock Road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Southwest Murdock Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Oregon Street
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
Southwest Oregon Street
5
Continue on Southwest Oregon Street
340 ft
·
10 sec
·
Southwest Oregon Street
6
Turn right onto Southwest Tonquin Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Southwest Tonquin Road
7
Turn right onto Basalt Creek Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Basalt Creek Parkway
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Southwest Day Street
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Southwest Day Street
10
Turn right onto Southwest Boones Ferry Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Southwest Boones Ferry Road
11
Take the ramp onto I 5
52 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 5
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto OR 99E
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
OR 99E
Toward OR 99E: Albany
13
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
508 ft
·
19 sec
·
Albany Avenue
14
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
15
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
16
Continue on Main Street Southeast
491 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
17
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue East
18
Turn left onto US 20
283 ft
·
14 sec
·
Ellsworth Street Southwest;Albany-Corvallis Highway
19
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
20
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Sherwood, 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 1.1 and 57.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Southwest Oregon Street
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Oregon Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Basalt Creek Parkway
Turn right onto Basalt Creek Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
3.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
Turn right onto Southwest Grahams Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 5
Take the ramp onto I 5 toward I 5 South: Salem
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
5
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Salem Avenue Southeast
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.83 one way
$23.67 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $12.52 | $25.05 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.08 | $26.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Albany, OR
Night in Albany on Saturday
Local time
9:38 PM
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 16m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this 59.4-mile drive, with 89% of the route being on major highways like I-5. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 51.9 miles on I-5, allowing for consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While the majority is interstate travel, the initial and final portions will involve navigating local roads like Southwest Tonquin Road and Salem Avenue Southeast, offering a brief change of pace before rejoining the faster highway. This blend means you can cover distance quickly for most of the trip.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.9 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Southwest Tonquin Road. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Southwest Oregon Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 59.4 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: at 1.1 miles (Southwest Oregon Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3 miles (Basalt Creek Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles (Southwest Grahams Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
532 ft
125 ft
Total Climb
480 ft
Total Descent
468 ft
Highest Point
532 ft
~42.4 mi in
Elevation Range
407 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 59.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.9 miles on I 5. 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 1.1 miles (Southwest Oregon Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3 miles (Basalt Creek Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles (Southwest Grahams Ferry Road): 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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