How far is McMinnville, OR from Keizer, OR?

Fastest route

The distance between McMinnville, Oregon (97128) and Keizer, Oregon is approximately 29.0 miles (46.7 kilometers), and it takes around 39 minutes to travel there.

Directions

  • Head south on NE Evans St toward NE 3rd St.
  • Turn left at the 3rd cross street onto SE 1st St.
  • Turn right onto SE 3 Mile Lane, Southeast Three Mile Ln.
  • Continue onto NE Three Mile Ln.
  • Turn right onto Hopewell Rd NW.
  • Follow OR-221 S to Front St NE in Salem.
  • Use the left lane to merge onto OR-22 E/Center St Bridge via the ramp to Salem.
  • Use the left lane to continue on Center St NE.
  • Use the left lane to take the OR-99E BUS ramp to Keizer/Portland.
  • Turn right onto OR-99EBUS N/Front St NE.
  • Follow Front St NE to Liberty St NE.
  • Turn left onto Front St NE.
  • Turn right onto Tryon Ave NE.
  • Take River Rd N to Dietz Ave NE in Keizer.
  • Turn left onto Liberty St NE.
  • Liberty St NE turns right and becomes River Rd N.
  • Use any lane to turn right onto Broadway St/River Rd N.
  • Continue to follow River Rd N.
  • Pass by Domino's Pizza (on the right in 1.1 mi).
  • Turn right onto Dietz Ave NE.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Be sure to check the traffic conditions before starting your journey to find the fastest route.
  • 🍴 Consider packing some snacks or stopping for a meal along the way to make the trip more enjoyable.
  • ⛽ Don't forget to fill up your gas tank before leaving, especially if it's a long journey.
  • 📱 Use a reliable navigation app or GPS device to help you navigate the route smoothly.
  • 🕑 Plan ahead and allow some extra time for unexpected delays or rest breaks during the trip.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
33.05 mi
00h 45m
Flight
17.37 mi
27.96 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
17.37 mi
Kilometers
27.96 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
33.05 mi
Kilometers
53.19 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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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 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Keizer
Wed, Apr 22, 7:01 PM PDT
Return by in McMinnville
Wed, Apr 22, 7:47 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave McMinnville
2026-04-22T18:16
Arrive Keizer
Wed, Apr 22, 7:01 PM PDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:58 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in McMinnville
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
Dayton
OR

City in Oregon, USA

From McMinnville
12.8 mi
00h 22m
To Keizer
20.3 mi
00h 22m

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 14 mph SW
Destination
57°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

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 McMinnville and Keizer.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between McMinnville and Keizer.

  1. 1

    Start on Northeast 3rd Street

    32 m · 10 sec · Northeast 3rd Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Northeast Adams Street

    158 m · 17 sec · Northeast Adams Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Northeast 1st Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · Northeast 1st Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Southeast Three Mile Lane

    2665 ft · 45 sec · Southeast Three Mile Lane

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight

    14 m · 1 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    1961 ft · 54 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Southeast Three Mile Lane

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Southeast Three Mile Lane

  8. 8

    Continue on Southeast Dayton Bypass

    2.6 mi · 4 min · Southeast Dayton Bypass

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right

    1199 ft · 33 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto 3rd Street

    2189 ft · 37 sec · 3rd Street

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto Southeast Dayton Highway

    8.7 mi · 13 min · Southeast Dayton Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on Southeast Salem-Dayton Highway

    1554 ft · 31 sec · Southeast Salem-Dayton Highway

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Wheatland Road Northwest

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Wheatland Road Northwest

  14. 14

    Continue on Wheatland Ferry

    152 m · 2 min · Wheatland Ferry

  15. 15

    Continue on Matheny Road North

    2745 ft · 55 sec · Matheny Road North

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Wheatland Road North

    6 mi · 10 min · Wheatland Road North

  17. 17

    Turn slight right

    65 m · 5 sec

  18. 18

    Turn right onto River Road North

    1.6 mi · 3 min · River Road North

  19. 19

    Turn left

    38 m · 9 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight left

    63 m · 15 sec

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between McMinnville and Keizer.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
21 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
63.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Southeast Dayton Highway
8.65 mi · 26%
Wheatland Road North
6.02 mi · 18%
Southeast Three Mile Lane
3.1 mi · 9%
Southeast Dayton Bypass
2.84 mi · 9%
River Road North
1.61 mi · 5%
Wheatland Road Northwest
1.13 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Southeast Dayton Highway

Turn straight onto Southeast Dayton Highway

8.65 mi · 00h 13m

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
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.7 mi
17.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Dayton
00h 22m from McMinnville
Leave By
4:58 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving McMinnville and Light Rain Likely near Keizer.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from McMinnville to Keizer?

The road trip is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?

Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.8 miles from McMinnville and 20.3 miles from Keizer.

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

The direct path is about 17.4 miles (28 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.74 one way or $11.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around McMinnville and Light Rain Likely near Keizer.

Stop Ideas Near Dayton

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 Dayton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Salem city park
Scenic stop 11.7 mi away

Salem city park

Brooks , OR
Brooks, OR 97305, United States
Rating 4.0/5 5 reviews Park
McMinnville Parks and Recreation Department
Meeting point 8.1 mi away

McMinnville Parks and Recreation Department

McMinnville , OR
230 NE 2nd St, McMinnville, OR 97128, United States
Rating 4.4/5 13 reviews City government office
Palmer Creek Lodge Community Event Center
Nearby stop 5.3 mi away

Palmer Creek Lodge Community Event Center

Dayton , OR
606 4th St, Dayton, OR 97114, United States
Rating 4.5/5 15 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Woodburn, OR

17 mi away
2900 Tom Tennant Drive
RAIL

Salem station

32 mi away
500 13th Street SE
RAIL

Oregon City station

41 mi away
1757 Washington Street
BUS

Portland, OR

46 mi away
550 NW 6th Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between McMinnville and Keizer. Straight-line distance: 17.37 mi (27.96 km).

McMinnville

#1 McMinnville

City in Oregon, USA

Population35,185
Coordinates45.2101200, -123.1987200
Altitude47
CountryUnited States
Keizer

#2 Keizer

City in Oregon, USA

Population39,593
Coordinates44.9901200, -123.0262100
Altitude42
CountryUnited States
Start: Northeast 3rd Street (-123.19872, 45.21001)
End: Dietz Avenue Northeast (-123.026207, 44.990264)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 53 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 49m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.16 gal
4.41 L · about $5.74
Round trip
$11.49
2.32 gal · 8.82 L
Estimated CO2
10.3 kg one way
Round trip: 20.6 kg / 45 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $5.74 $11.49
Mid-grade $5.34 $6.19 $12.38
Premium $5.57 $6.46 $12.91
Diesel $6.37 $7.38 $14.77

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 McMinnville and Keizer. The current time is 18:16:13.

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.