How far is McMinnville, OR from Newport, OR?
The driving distance from McMinnville, OR to Newport, OR is about 75.8 miles (122 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census-designated place in Lincoln County, Oregon
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McMinnville and Newport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McMinnville and Newport.
-
1
Start on Northeast 3rd Street
32 m · 10 sec · Northeast 3rd Street
-
2
Turn left onto Northeast Adams Street
2818 ft · 1 min · Northeast Adams Street
-
3
Continue on Southwest Baker Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Southwest Baker Street
-
4
Continue on Salmon River Highway
44.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Salmon River Highway
-
5
Continue straight
2804 ft · 1 min
-
6
Merge slight left onto Oregon Coast Highway
1 km · 1 min · Oregon Coast Highway
-
7
Turn left onto Northeast East Devils Lake Road
1613 ft · 39 sec · Northeast East Devils Lake Road
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on Northeast East Devils Lake Road
4.1 mi · 9 min · Northeast East Devils Lake Road
-
9
Turn left onto Oregon Coast Highway
24.6 mi · 41 min · Oregon Coast Highway
-
10
Turn right
23 m · 11 sec
-
11
Turn left
30 m · 7 sec
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between McMinnville and Newport.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Salmon River Highway
Continue on Salmon River Highway
44.2 mi · 01h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving McMinnville and Partly Sunny near Newport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McMinnville to Newport?
The road trip is about 75.8 miles (122 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Rose Lodge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.8 miles from McMinnville and 37.9 miles from Newport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 2:34 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.22 one way or $26.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around McMinnville and Partly Sunny near Newport.
Stop Ideas Near Rose Lodge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Lincoln City Community Center
Lincoln City City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rose Lodge.
Toledo, Oregon
Newport, Oregon
Salem station
Corvallis, Oregon
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McMinnville and Newport. Straight-line distance: 57.6 mi (92.7 km).
#1 McMinnville
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 35,185 |
| Coordinates | 45.2101200, -123.1987200 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newport
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 11,129 |
| Coordinates | 44.6367800, -124.0534500 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newport (-124.05345, 44.63678)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $13.22 | $26.44 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $14.25 | $28.50 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $17.00 | $33.99 |
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 · May 02, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.