Origin
Astoria, OR
Late night in Astoria on Wednesday
Local time
3:31 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Astoria, OR to Eugene, OR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
192.5 mi
310 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 4m
★
6 AM
4h 17m
8 AM
4h 43m
10 AM
4h 26m
12 PM
4h 23m
3 PM
4h 27m
5 PM
4h 42m
8 PM
4h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, OR
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Eugene, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Astoria, OR to Eugene, OR covers 192.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Northwest Sunset Highway, Nehalem Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97.6 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
96.2 miles from Astoria, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Astoria, OR to Eugene, OR covers 192.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 97.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Exchange Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 192.5 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: near the start (Exchange Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 84.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Exchange Street
Turn left onto Exchange Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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14th Street
Turn right onto 14th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
84.3 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 69A
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
6
91.4 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
7
192.3 mi into trip
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~4h 16m in
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East 8th Avenue
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Astoria, OR to Eugene, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
Salem
84.3 mi in
|
~2h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 97.6 mi | 1h 54m |
| Northwest Sunset Highway | 33.8 mi | 46m |
| Nehalem Highway | 26.1 mi | 45m |
| Sunset Highway | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| Oregon Route 103 | 9 mi | 12m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Williamsport Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 97.6 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, OR and Eugene, OR.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
11 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Exchange Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Exchange Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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14th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto Jerome Avenue
358 ft
·
14 sec
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Jerome Avenue
5
Turn right onto 15th Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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15th Street
6
Turn left onto Niagara Avenue
347 ft
·
9 sec
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Niagara Avenue
7
Continue on 16th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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16th Street
8
Continue on Williamsport Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Williamsport Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto OR 202
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Southeast Front Street
10
Continue on OR 202
26 mi
·
45 min
·
Nehalem Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto OR 103
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Oregon Route 103
12
Continue on OR 103
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Oregon Route 103
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 26
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Sunset Highway
14
Continue on US 26
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on US 26
20 mi
·
26 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 69A
Toward OR 217 South: Tigard, Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto OR 217
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 5
98 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 105, OR 126 West: Eugene
21
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 2
Toward Downtown, Coburg Road
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Downtown, University of Oregon
24
Continue on Coburg Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Coburg Road
25
Continue on Mill Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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Mill Street
26
Turn slight right onto Broadway Connector
167 ft
·
8 sec
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Broadway Connector
27
Turn right onto East Broadway
275 ft
·
15 sec
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East Broadway
28
Turn right onto High Street
400 ft
·
21 sec
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High Street
29
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
348 ft
·
16 sec
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East 8th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Turn left onto Mill Street
418 ft
·
22 sec
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Mill Street
31
Arrive at destination
Coburg Road
Toward Springfield
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.2 miles from Astoria, OR, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.6 miles.
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 80 miles or 1h 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.2 miles or 2h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eugene, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Astoria, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Astoria, OR
This is one driving day of about 192.5 miles and 4h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Astoria, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 97.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 96.2 mi from Astoria, OR · 2h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96.2 miles from Astoria, 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.
Arriving in Eugene, OR
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.35 one way
$76.70 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $40.58 | $81.17 |
| premium | $5.59 | $42.37 | $84.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.50 | $85.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.21 | $9.24 |
| Efficient EV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.84 | $7.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77 | 0 | $26.95 | $12.32 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Eugene, OR
Late night in Eugene on Wednesday
Local time
3:31 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 16m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Astoria, OR to Eugene, OR covers 192.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Northwest Sunset Highway, Nehalem Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.2 miles from Astoria, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 192.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Exchange Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 84.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Astoria, OR to Eugene, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Salem along the way.
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