How far is Nyssa, OR from Cairo, OR?
The driving distance from Nyssa, OR to Cairo, OR is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.3 miles (13.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nyssa and Cairo.
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Start on East Main Street
1379 ft · 23 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on Central Oregon Highway
7.8 mi · 12 min · Central Oregon Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
61 m · 3 sec · Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
2376 ft · 36 sec · Olds Ferry–Ontario Highway
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Turn left onto Railroad Avenue
877 ft · 24 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nyssa and Cairo.
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.
Central Oregon Highway
Continue on Central Oregon Highway
7.83 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Nyssa and Mostly Clear near Cairo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nyssa to Cairo?
The road trip is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ontario is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.3 miles from Nyssa and 4.3 miles from Cairo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.3 miles (13.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.53 one way or $3.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Nyssa and Mostly Clear near Cairo.
Stop Ideas Near Ontario
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nyssa and Cairo. Straight-line distance: 8.26 mi (13.3 km).
#1 Nyssa
City in Malheur County, Oregon, United States
| Population | 3,231 |
| Coordinates | 43.8768300, -116.9948800 |
| Altitude | 664 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cairo
Cairo is a place in Oregon, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.9960000, -117.0090500 |
| Altitude | 668 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cairo (-117.00905, 43.996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $1.53 | $3.07 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $1.65 | $3.31 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $1.73 | $3.45 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $1.97 | $3.95 |
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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