With a population of 6,046, Madras is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Madras deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Madras in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 1.3″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Madras, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.
Although Madras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bend/Redmond (RDM), which is located 26 miles from Madras. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Madras departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 17m.
Another option to get to Madras is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 97 miles from Madras. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Thrifty, among others, in Portland.
Average rates range from around $101 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $177 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Econo Lodge Inn and Suites Madras and The Inn at Cross Keys Station.
Renting a car in Madras costs $50 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Madras.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Madras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.