How far is McMinnville, OR from Woodburn, OR?

The driving distance from McMinnville, OR to Woodburn, OR is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 17.3 miles (27.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
30.93 mi
00h 47m
Flight
17.34 mi
27.91 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
17.34 mi
Kilometers
27.91 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
30.93 mi
Kilometers
49.78 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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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 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Woodburn
Mon, Apr 20, 1:23 AM PDT
Return by in McMinnville
Mon, Apr 20, 2:11 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave McMinnville
2026-04-20T00:35
Arrive Woodburn
Mon, Apr 20, 1:23 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:48 AM to 10:48 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:54 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
Newberg
OR

City in Oregon, USA

From McMinnville
15.5 mi
00h 23m
To Woodburn
15.5 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Monday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain

Starts
Mon, Apr 20 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
1 to 7 mph WNW
Destination
70°F
Monday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain

Starts
Mon, Apr 20 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between McMinnville and Woodburn.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Northeast 3rd Street

    59 m · 16 sec · Northeast 3rd Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Northeast Baker Street

    159 m · 11 sec · Northeast Baker Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Northeast 5th Street

    2399 ft · 47 sec · Northeast 5th Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Northeast Johnson Street

    160 m · 16 sec · Northeast Johnson Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Northeast 3rd Street

    709 ft · 12 sec · Northeast 3rd Street

  6. 6

    Turn straight onto Northeast Three Mile Lane

    3166 ft · 53 sec · Northeast Three Mile Lane

  7. 7

    Take the ramp straight

    14 m · 1 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    1961 ft · 54 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Southeast Three Mile Lane

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Southeast Three Mile Lane

  10. 10

    Continue on Southeast Dayton Bypass

    4.1 mi · 6 min · Southeast Dayton Bypass

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Pacific Highway West

    3.1 mi · 5 min · Pacific Highway West

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Newberg-Dundee Bypass

    4.2 mi · 6 min · Newberg-Dundee Bypass

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Northeast Saint Paul Highway

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Northeast Saint Paul Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on River Road Northeast

    1.6 mi · 2 min · River Road Northeast

  15. 15

    Turn left onto McKay Road Northeast

    1.8 mi · 2 min · McKay Road Northeast

  16. 16

    Turn right onto French Prairie Road Northeast

    5.2 mi · 8 min · French Prairie Road Northeast

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on Hillsboro-Silverton Highway Northeast

    2.8 mi · 4 min · Hillsboro-Silverton Highway Northeast

  18. 18

    Continue on Butteville Road Northeast

    1279 ft · 20 sec · Butteville Road Northeast

  19. 19

    Continue on Newberg Highway

    638 ft · 14 sec · Newberg Highway

  20. 20

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Newberg Highway

    52 m · 5 sec · Newberg Highway

  21. 21

    Exit the roundabout onto Newberg Highway

    1.7 mi · 4 min · Newberg Highway

  22. 22

    Turn right onto North Settlemier Avenue

    798 ft · 29 sec · North Settlemier Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn left onto West Lincoln Street

    1753 ft · 50 sec · West Lincoln Street

  24. 24

    Turn right

    43 m · 10 sec

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
25 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
80.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
French Prairie Road Northeast
5.17 mi · 17%
Newberg-Dundee Bypass
4.19 mi · 14%
Southeast Dayton Bypass
4.15 mi · 13%
Pacific Highway West
3.08 mi · 10%
Hillsboro-Silverton Highway Northeast
2.8 mi · 9%
Southeast Three Mile Lane
2.22 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

French Prairie Road Northeast

Turn right onto French Prairie Road Northeast

5.17 mi · 00h 08m

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 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.6 mi
17.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Newberg
00h 23m from McMinnville
Leave By
4:54 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain leaving McMinnville and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain near Woodburn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?

Newberg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.5 miles from McMinnville and 15.5 miles from Woodburn.

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

The direct path is about 17.3 miles (27.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 4:54 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.40 one way or $10.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain around McMinnville and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain near Woodburn.

Stop Ideas Near Newberg

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 Newberg and the surrounding midpoint area.
Sunrise Park (City Of Tigard park)
Scenic stop 10.5 mi away

Sunrise Park (City Of Tigard park)

Tigard , OR
14905 SW Sunrise Ln, Tigard, OR 97224, United States
Rating 4.4/5 35 reviews Park
McMinnville Parks and Recreation Department
Meeting point 13.4 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
Old City Hall
Nearby stop 12.4 mi away

Old City Hall

Canby , OR
182 N Holly St, Canby, OR 97013
Rating 4.2/5 20 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Woodburn, OR

18 mi away
2900 Tom Tennant Drive
RAIL

Oregon City station

30 mi away
1757 Washington Street
BUS

Portland, OR

34 mi away
550 NW 6th Avenue
RAIL

Union Station

34 mi away
800 NW Sixth Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between McMinnville and Woodburn. Straight-line distance: 17.34 mi (27.91 km).

McMinnville

#1 McMinnville

City in Oregon, USA

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

#2 Woodburn

City in Oregon, USA

Population26,175
Coordinates45.1437300, -122.8553700
Altitude57
CountryUnited States
Start: McMinnville (-123.19872, 45.21012)
End: Woodburn (-122.85537, 45.14373)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 50 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 01m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 46m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 23m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.09 gal
4.13 L · about $5.40
Round trip
$10.79
2.18 gal · 8.26 L
Estimated CO2
9.7 kg one way
Round trip: 19.4 kg / 43 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $5.40 $10.79
Mid-grade $5.34 $5.82 $11.64
Premium $5.57 $6.07 $12.13
Diesel $6.37 $6.94 $13.88

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 20, 2026

There is no time difference between McMinnville and Woodburn. The current time is 00:35:47.

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.