How far is Cairo, OR from Nyssa, OR?
The driving distance from Cairo, OR to Nyssa, OR is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.3 miles (13.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 11m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cairo and Nyssa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cairo and Nyssa.
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Start on Railroad Avenue
877 ft · 26 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
2357 ft · 32 sec · Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Central Oregon Highway
74 m · 3 sec · Central Oregon Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Central Oregon Highway
7.8 mi · 12 min · Central Oregon Highway
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Continue on Main Street
1398 ft · 24 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cairo and Nyssa.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Central Oregon Highway
Exit the roundabout onto Central Oregon Highway
7.83 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Clear leaving Cairo and Mostly Sunny near Nyssa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cairo to Nyssa?
The road trip is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and usually takes 00h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ontario is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.4 miles from Cairo and 4.3 miles from Nyssa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.3 miles (13.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:08 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.53 one way or $3.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Cairo and Mostly Sunny near Nyssa.
Stop Ideas Near Ontario
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cairo and Nyssa. Straight-line distance: 8.26 mi (13.3 km).
#1 Cairo
Cairo is a place in Oregon, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.9960000, -117.0090500 |
| Altitude | 668 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nyssa
City in Malheur County, Oregon, United States
| Population | 3,231 |
| Coordinates | 43.8768300, -116.9948800 |
| Altitude | 664 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-116.99488, 43.876777)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $1.53 | $3.07 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $1.65 | $3.31 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $1.73 | $3.45 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $1.97 | $3.95 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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