How far is La Grande, OR from Grants Pass, OR?
Fastest route
The distance from La Grande, Oregon (zip code 97850) to Grants Pass, Oregon is approximately 482 miles (776 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 8 hours and 2 minutes.
Directions
- Head northwest on US-30 W/Adams Ave toward Island Ave.
- Take exit 104 for US-97 toward Yakima Bnd.
- Turn left onto US-97 S/NW 4th St/SW 5th St and continue to follow US-97 S.
- Take OR-230 S and OR-62 W to OR-99 S/2nd Ave/Gold Hill Spur in Gold Hill.
- Continue straight onto OR-62 W and turn left onto Dardanelles St/Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway.
- Take I-5 N to SW G St in Grants Pass.
- Turn left onto OR-99 S/2nd Ave/Gold Hill Spur, then right onto State Hwy 99, and finally, merge onto I-5 N toward Grants Pass.
- Take exit 55 for US 199/Redwood Hwy toward S. Grants Pass/Crescent City.
- Continue onto US-199 S/Grants Pass Pkwy/Redwood Hwy.
- Turn right onto NE Agness Ave and continue onto NE Foothill Blvd.
- Continue on SW G St and drive to SW 5th St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before embarking on this journey.
- 📅 Plan your trip ahead of time to account for rest stops and meals.
- 🛣️ Keep an eye on traffic and weather updates to avoid any delays.
- ⛽ Check fuel stations along the route and refill as needed.
- 🗺️ Carry a physical map or have a GPS device to stay on track.
- 🚧 Be aware of road construction or detours that may affect your route.
- ☕ Take breaks to stretch and stay refreshed during the long drive.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 08h 40m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Grande and Grants Pass.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Grande and Grants Pass.
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Start on Adams Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Adams Avenue
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Continue on La Grande-Baker Highway
2661 ft · 53 sec · La Grande-Baker Highway
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Take the ramp straight
1783 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight right onto Old Oregon Trail Highway
90.9 mi · 1 hr 39 min · Old Oregon Trail Highway
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Continue on Columbia River Highway
158.3 mi · 2 hr 56 min · Columbia River Highway
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Continue on Banfield Freeway
6.8 mi · 9 min · Banfield Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Salem, OMSI, City Center
1906 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Beaverton, Salem
80 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
243.1 mi · 4 hr 47 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward OR 99: Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, City Center
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street
709 ft · 25 sec · Northwest Savage Street
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Turn left onto Northwest Washington Boulevard
1342 ft · 37 sec · Northwest Washington Boulevard
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Continue on Northwest 4th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Northwest 4th Street
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Turn right onto Southwest H Street
60 m · 9 sec · Southwest H Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest H Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Grande and Grants Pass.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
243 mi · 04h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving La Grande and Sunny near Grants Pass.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Grande to Grants Pass?
The road trip is about 478.1 miles (769.5 km) and usually takes 08h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maywood Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 251.6 miles from La Grande and 226.5 miles from Grants Pass.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 328.4 miles (528.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 149.7 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $83.52 one way or $167.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 149.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around La Grande and Sunny near Grants Pass.
Stop Ideas Near Maywood Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Maywood Park.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Grande and Grants Pass. Straight-line distance: 328.39 mi (528.49 km).
#1 La Grande
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 13,399 |
| Coordinates | 45.3245800, -118.0877200 |
| Altitude | 846 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grants Pass
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 38,416 |
| Coordinates | 42.4393300, -123.3306700 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest H Street (-123.330728, 42.439232)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 769 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $83.52 | $167.05 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $90.05 | $180.10 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $93.90 | $187.80 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $107.39 | $214.79 |
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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