Mandy's Family Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15416540382
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
110.1 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aloha, OR
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Eugene, OR
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The drive from Aloha, OR to Eugene, OR covers 110.1 miles and takes about 2h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97.6 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55 miles from Aloha, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 110.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 2h 17m highway drive covering 110.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 97.6 miles on I 5.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 110.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Farmington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Downtown, Coburg Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 97.6 mi | 1h 54m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Coburg Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Farmington Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Canyon Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Aloha, OR and Eugene, OR.
Start on this road
Turn right onto OR 8
Continue on OR 8
Continue on OR 8
Turn right onto Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto OR 10
Continue on OR 10
Take the ramp
Merge onto OR 217
Take the exit
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on Coburg Road
Continue on Mill Street
Turn slight right onto Broadway Connector
Turn right onto East Broadway
Turn right onto High Street
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Turn left onto Mill Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eugene, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Aloha, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aloha, OR
This is one driving day of about 110.1 miles and 2h 17m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55 mi from Aloha, OR · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 55 miles from Aloha, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.6 miles.
The final approach into Eugene, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Eugene, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Eugene, Oregon
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15416540382
Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge
Salem, Oregon
Cafe Today
Tigard, OR
Near the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15416540382
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+15035815721
Near the start, right off the route
Tigard, OR
Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm
+19712885915
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Woodburn, Oregon
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+15039823883
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+15033630297
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lake Oswego, Oregon
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+15036352102
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 2–7 pm
+19713325578
Around the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: Closed
+15039915792
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Near the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–1 pm
+15414840808
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Portland, Oregon
Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm
+19718034359
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+15413463024
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+15414845307
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 11 am–6:30 pm
+15416539629
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+15416824242
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Eugene, Oregon
Hours: 9 am–4 pm
+15416824800
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Oregon
Hours: 12–4 pm
+19715991674
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Regular Gas
$21.46 one way
$42.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $23.14 | $46.28 |
| premium | $5.57 | $24.13 | $48.25 |
| diesel | $6.37 | $27.59 | $55.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33 | 0 | $11.56 | $5.28 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44 | 0 | $15.41 | $7.05 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Aloha on Saturday
Local time
3:26 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Eugene on Saturday
Local time
3:26 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Sunny
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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