Origin
Willamina, OR
Late night in Willamina on Tuesday
Local time
2:36 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Willamina, OR to Salem, OR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
28.9 mi
46 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Willamina, OR
Vladimir Srajber
Salem, OR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 28.9-mile drive from Willamina, OR to Salem, OR takes about 38 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on OR 22 and the Salem Dallas Highway Northwest, with a significant 71% of the journey on highway-style roads. The estimated fuel cost is around $6, which is quite budget-friendly for a trip of this length. Given its short duration and the focus on highway travel, this route is ideal for a quick transit between the Pacific Coast region's western edge and its more inland areas. No overnight stops are needed, offering flexibility for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 22 | 20.4 mi | 24m |
| Salem Dallas Highway Northwest | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Main Street South | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Center Street Bridge | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Yamhill River Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Liberty Street Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Salmon River Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 22
— 20.4 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willamina, OR and Salem, OR.
1
Start on OR 18 Bus
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Northwest Main Street
2
Continue on OR 18 Bus
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Southwest Main Street
3
Continue on OR 18 Bus
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street South
4
Continue on OR 18 Bus
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Yamhill River Road
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
6
Merge onto OR 18; OR 22
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Salmon River Highway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22
20 mi
·
24 min
·
OR 22
Toward OR 22: Salem
8
Continue on OR 22
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Salem Dallas Highway Northwest
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street Bridge
Toward OR 99E Business South: City Center, Albany
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Center Street Northeast
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Center Street Northeast
11
Turn left onto Liberty Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Liberty Street Northeast
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn right onto Union Street Northeast
447 ft
·
19 sec
·
Union Street Northeast
13
Turn right onto High Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
High Street Northeast
14
Arrive at destination
High Street Northeast
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 28.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
OR 22
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22 toward OR 22: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward OR 22: Salem
8
27.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
OR 22 / Center Street Bridge
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22 / Center Street Bridge toward OR 99E Business South: City Center, Albany
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward OR 99E Business South: City Center, Alba...
7
28.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Liberty Street Northeast
Turn left onto Liberty Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
28.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Union Street Northeast
Turn right onto Union Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
28.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
High Street Northeast
Turn right onto High Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.76 one way
$11.51 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Salem, OR
Late night in Salem on Tuesday
Local time
2:36 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°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
1 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
38m 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 highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 71% of your journey featuring highway conditions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.4 miles along OR 22. This section likely offers a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. As you transition onto roads like the Salem Dallas Highway Northwest and Main Street South, the character may shift slightly, potentially incorporating more local traffic or town driving as you approach Salem. Overall, it's a route designed for smooth, direct travel.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.4 mi on OR 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 22 and Salem Dallas Highway Northwest. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near OR 22.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 28.9 miles you will encounter 6 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 2.5 miles (OR 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.7 miles (OR 22 / Center Street Bridge): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles (Liberty Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Salem, OR
Full guide →Salem, the capital of Oregon, is located in the Willamette Valley between Portland and Eugene. It is also the county seat of Marion County. Salem was established in the early 1800s as a farming community. The town grew during the years of the California gold rush. Salem became the capital of Oregon in 1851 after it was moved from Oregon City. The capital was then briefly moved to Corvallis in 1855, but in that same year was permanently moved back to Salem. The first two Oregon State Capitol buildings tragically burned down. The third and current building was completed in 1938, complete with its distinctive gold-plated pioneer statue, the "Gold Man," perched atop. Besides being the seat of state government, Salem is also a major agricultural center in one of the most fertile regions in the world.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 28.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.4 miles on OR 22. 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 Salem, 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: at 2.5 miles (OR 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.7 miles (OR 22 / Center Street Bridge): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles (Liberty Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Salem, 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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