Medford to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.7 miles 432.5 km · straight line
307.3 miles actual route 494.6 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
164° SSE bearing direction

How far is Medford from Sacramento?

The distance from Medford to Sacramento is 268.7 miles (432.5 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located SSE of Medford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 307.3 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Medford in Oregon and Sacramento in California.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Medford and Sacramento. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Medford to Sacramento

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $37–$108* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Medford
42.33°N, 122.88°W
America/Los_Angeles
421m elevation
Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM