Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stayton, OR
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Saint Paul, OR
RalfGeorg Feltes
Stayton to Saint Paul is 36.2 miles and takes about 49 minutes via North Santiam Highway and I 5, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, one-day drive that stays within Oregon. Expect a local feel for most of the journey, with a brief stint on the interstate. This trip is ideal for a quick excursion, offering a straightforward path between two points in the Pacific Coast region. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel a short distance without much complication.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Santiam Highway | 11.5 mi | 14m |
| I 5 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| River Road Northeast | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| River Road North | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Brooklake Road Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North First Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Cascade Highway Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Stayton, OR and Saint Paul, OR.
Start on West Washington Street
Turn left onto CR 30
Continue on CR 30
Take the ramp
Merge onto OR 22
Take the exit onto I 5; OR 99E
Take the exit onto I 5
Turn left onto Brooklake Road Northeast
Turn right onto CR 36
Continue on CR 36
Continue on CR 36
Turn left onto Church Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Stayton, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto CR 30 / North First Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 5; OR 99E toward I 5 North: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit onto I 5 toward Brooks, Gervais
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Brooklake Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 36 / River Road North
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.41 one way
$12.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.82 | $6.87 | $13.74 |
| premium | $5.04 | $7.19 | $14.37 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $6.84 | $13.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Morning in Stayton on Monday
Local time
6:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Saint Paul on Monday
Local time
6:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a rather engaging local experience. With only 27% of the route on highways, you'll spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.5 miles along the North Santiam Highway. The profile suggests a route that demands your attention, likely involving various road types and intersections as you make your way from Stayton to Saint Paul. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience rather than a monotonous highway cruise.
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 early in the drive near CR 30 / North First Avenue.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Stayton, OR to Saint Paul, OR is easy. At 49m with 27% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 30 / North First Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (I 5; OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 22.6 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
144 ft
Total Descent
431 ft
Highest Point
516 ft
~7.8 mi in
Elevation Range
344 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Stayton, OR and Saint Paul, OR, road signs point toward Brooks and Gervais.
Brooks
Gervais
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Keizer, OR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteCafe
Near the end, right off the route
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Keizer, OR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 04:30-20:30; Sa,Su 05:00-20:30
Visit websiteCafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Keizer, OR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteCafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Cuisine: breakfast
Visit websiteCafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Keizer, OR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Th 05:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 05:00-23:00; Su...
Visit websiteFast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Keizer, OR
Cuisine: mexican
Hours: Mo-Su 10:45-22:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Salem, OR
Cuisine: burger
Visit websiteRestaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Salem, OR
Cuisine: chinese;sushi
Visit websiteFast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Salem, OR
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-22:00; Sa 08:00-22:00; Su 09...
Visit websiteFast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Salem, OR
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Sa 06:00-21:00; Su 07:00-21:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Attraction
Later in the drive, right off the route
Park
Near the start, right off the route
OR
Park
Near the start, short detour
OR
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
OR
Park
Near the start, short detour
OR
Park
Near the end, short detour
OR
Artwork
Around the midpoint, short detour
Artwork
Around the midpoint, short detour
Ruins
Around the midpoint, short detour
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Artwork
Around the midpoint, short detour
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Motel
Near the start, short detour
Sublimity, OR
Visit websiteCaravan_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1891
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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