How far is Lafayette, OR from Albany, OR?

The driving distance from Lafayette, OR to Albany, OR is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 42 miles (67.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
51.1 mi
01h 04m
Flight
41.99 mi
67.58 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
41.99 mi
Kilometers
67.58 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.1 mi
Kilometers
82.24 km
Drive Time
01h 04m

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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 01h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Albany
Wed, Apr 22, 9:47 PM PDT
Return by in Lafayette
Wed, Apr 22, 10:51 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lafayette
2026-04-22T20:43
Arrive Albany
Wed, Apr 22, 9:47 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:22 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lafayette
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Dallas
OR

City in Oregon, USA

From Lafayette
24.9 mi
00h 32m
To Albany
26.2 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph SW
Destination
57°F
Wednesday

Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lafayette and Albany.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Albany.

  1. 1

    Start on East 3rd Street

    679 ft · 29 sec · East 3rd Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Madison Street

    1719 ft · 55 sec · North Madison Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Southeast Lafayette Highway

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Southeast Lafayette Highway

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Southeast Amity-Dayton Highway

    2615 ft · 44 sec · Southeast Amity-Dayton Highway

  5. 5

    Continue on Southeast Amity-Dayton Highway

    6.9 mi · 10 min · Southeast Amity-Dayton Highway

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Pacific Highway West

    1.1 km · 48 sec · Pacific Highway West

  7. 7

    Continue on North Trade Street

    1.2 km · 55 sec · North Trade Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Pacific Highway West

    12.6 mi · 15 min · Pacific Highway West

  9. 9

    Continue on Main Street

    1961 ft · 50 sec · Main Street

  10. 10

    Continue on South Pacific Highway West

    2.2 mi · 3 min · South Pacific Highway West

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Pacific Highway West

    30 m · 1 sec · South Pacific Highway West

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout onto South Pacific Highway West

    2.7 mi · 4 min · South Pacific Highway West

  13. 13

    Continue on Pacific Avenue North

    1 mi · 2 min · Pacific Avenue North

  14. 14

    Continue on South Pacific Highway West

    6.9 mi · 10 min · South Pacific Highway West

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Suver Road

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Suver Road

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Corvallis Road

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Corvallis Road

  17. 17

    Continue on Northwest Independence Highway

    1 km · 1 min · Northwest Independence Highway

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Northwest Springhill Drive

    7.6 mi · 11 min · Northwest Springhill Drive

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Albany-Corvallis Highway

    2001 ft · 1 min · Albany-Corvallis Highway

  20. 20

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest

    7 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue Southwest

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue Southwest

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lafayette and Albany.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
21 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
41.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Pacific Highway West
13.3 mi · 26%
South Pacific Highway West
11.8 mi · 23%
Northwest Springhill Drive
7.59 mi · 15%
Southeast Amity-Dayton Highway
7.38 mi · 14%
Southeast Lafayette Highway
2.43 mi · 5%
Suver Road
2.14 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Pacific Highway West

Continue on Pacific Highway West

12.6 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.1 mi
42 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Dallas
00h 32m from Lafayette
Leave By
4:22 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Lafayette and Light Rain near Albany.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Albany?

The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km) and usually takes 01h 04m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Dallas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Lafayette and 26.2 miles from Albany.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 42 miles (67.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.91 one way or $17.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Lafayette and Light Rain near Albany.

Stop Ideas Near Dallas

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Dallas and the surrounding midpoint area.
Salem city park
Scenic stop 12.4 mi away

Salem city park

Brooks , OR
Brooks, OR 97305, United States
Rating 4.0/5 5 reviews Park
Salem City Hall
Meeting point 9.2 mi away

Salem City Hall

Salem , OR
555 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, United States
Rating 3.2/5 6 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.3 mi away

Council Chambers City of Keizer

Keizer , OR
930 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, United States
Rating 4.3/5 4 reviews Civic center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dallas.

RAIL

Salem station

23 mi away
500 13th Street SE
RAIL

Albany station

36 mi away
110 10th Ave SW
BUS

Corvallis, Oregon

40 mi away
153 NW 4th Avenue
BUS

Woodburn, OR

43 mi away
2900 Tom Tennant Drive

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Albany. Straight-line distance: 41.99 mi (67.58 km).

Lafayette

#1 Lafayette

City in Oregon, USA

Population4,258
Coordinates45.2442800, -123.1148300
Altitude52
CountryUnited States
Albany

#2 Albany

The most populous city in Linn County, Oregon.

Population56,129
Coordinates44.6365100, -123.1059300
Altitude65
CountryUnited States
Start: East 3rd Street (-123.11492, 45.244084)
End: 2nd Avenue Southwest (-123.105932, 44.636519)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 82 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.8 gal
6.83 L · about $8.91
Round trip
$17.82
3.6 gal · 13.66 L
Estimated CO2
16 kg one way
Round trip: 32 kg / 71 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $8.91 $17.82
Mid-grade $5.34 $9.61 $19.22
Premium $5.57 $10.02 $20.04
Diesel $6.37 $11.46 $22.92

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Oregon · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Lafayette and Albany. The current time is 20:43:43.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.