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Trip from Depoe Bay, OR to Springfield, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 31m

Distance

108.4 mi

174 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 22m ★
6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Oregon, USA

Depoe Bay, OR

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city in Lane County, Oregon, United States

Springfield, OR

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Trip Overview

This 108.4-mile drive from Depoe Bay to Springfield, Oregon, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 31 minutes. You'll primarily navigate the Corvallis Newport Highway and I-5, with a portion on the Oregon Coast Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, this route offers a mixed driving experience. It's a straightforward journey that allows for a relaxed pace, making it ideal for a single day of travel without needing an overnight stop. The trip transitions you from the coastal region to the interior of the Pacific Northwest.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

54.2 miles from Depoe Bay, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 108.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with 32% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.4 miles on the Corvallis Newport Highway, offering a chance to settle in. The profile is described as a 'mixed drive,' suggesting a blend of highway cruising and potentially more winding or local road sections. This combination means you'll experience different road types as you progress towards Springfield, keeping the drive engaging.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Corvallis Newport Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 41.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Coast Avenue.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 108.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Coast Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest Evans Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Southwest Coast Avenue

Turn right onto Southwest Coast Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Southwest Evans Street

Turn left onto Southwest Evans Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway

Turn right onto US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway

Navigation decision point

5
105.7 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in

Take the exit toward OR 126 East: Springfield

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 194A Toward OR 126 East: Springfield
5
108.4 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in | OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East

Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Corvallis Newport Highway 41.4 mi 56m
I 5 33.6 mi 39m
Oregon Coast Highway 12.6 mi 19m
Corvallis-Lebanon Highway 9.6 mi 13m
Southwest Philomath Boulevard 3.6 mi 6m
Applegate Street 1.4 mi 3m
Pioneer Parkway West 1 mi 2m
Main Street 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Corvallis Newport Highway — 41.4 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Depoe Bay, OR and Springfield, OR.

1

Start on this road

48 ft · 4 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Southwest Coast Avenue

276 ft · 18 sec · Southwest Coast Avenue
3

Turn left onto Southwest Evans Street

183 ft · 10 sec · Southwest Evans Street
4

Turn right onto US 101

13 mi · 19 min · Oregon Coast Highway
5

Turn left onto US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Olive Street
6

Continue on US 20

41 mi · 56 min · Corvallis Newport Highway
7

Continue on US 20; OR 34

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Corvallis-Newport Highway
8

Turn slight right onto US 20; OR 34

0.9 mi · 2 min · Applegate Street
9

Continue on Applegate Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Applegate Street
10

Turn left onto South 21st Street

428 ft · 19 sec · South 21st Street
11

Turn right onto US 20; OR 34

0.9 mi · 1 min · Main Street
12

Continue on US 20; OR 34

3.6 mi · 6 min · Southwest Philomath Boulevard
13

Continue on US 20; OR 34

0.5 mi · 47 sec · Corvallis-Newport Highway
14

Continue on OR 34

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Newport-Corvallis Highway
15

Turn right onto OR 34

9.6 mi · 13 min · Corvallis-Lebanon Highway
16

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
17

Merge onto I 5

34 mi · 39 min · I 5
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 52 sec
Exit 194A Toward OR 126 East: Springfield
19

Merge onto I 105; OR 126

0.9 mi · 1 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
20

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward OR 528 South: Springfield City Center
21

Turn right onto OR 528

1.0 mi · 2 min · Pioneer Parkway West
22

Continue on OR 528

175 ft · 10 sec · South 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
23

Turn left onto OR 126 Business

337 ft · 15 sec · South A Street
24

Turn left onto OR 528

202 ft · 5 sec · Pioneer Parkway East
25

Arrive at destination

OR 528

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 31-minute drive, leaving in the morning is a good strategy to maximize your day in Springfield. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $22, planning is straightforward. The 41.4-mile stretch on the Corvallis Newport Highway is the longest continuous segment, so consider timing any breaks before or after this part. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition from coastal roads to the inland interstate system. This is a short enough drive that you have plenty of flexibility for spontaneous stops.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 54.2 miles from Depoe Bay, OR, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 24 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 54.2 miles or 1h 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Depoe Bay, 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 Depoe Bay, OR

This is one driving day of about 108.4 miles and 2h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Depoe Bay, 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 Corvallis Newport Highway for about 41.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 54.2 mi from Depoe Bay, OR · 1h 17m into the drive

Downtown Siletz, OR, OR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Siletz, OR

54 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.

Popular next leg

Siletz, OR to Springfield, OR

97.3 mi · 2h 16m

Pacing Suggestions

Siletz, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Corvallis, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 54.2 miles from Depoe Bay, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Springfield, OR

The final approach into Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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

$21.59 one way

$43.19 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $22.85 $45.71
premium $5.59 $23.86 $47.72
diesel $5.61 $23.93 $47.87

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.5 0 $11.38 $5.20
Efficient EV 27.1 0 $9.49 $4.34
EV Truck/SUV 43.4 0 $15.18 $6.94

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Depoe Bay, OR

Late night in Depoe Bay on Friday

Local time

5:43 AM

PDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, OR

Late night in Springfield on Friday

Local time

5:43 AM

PDT

Current temp

41°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

14 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

2h 31m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Depoe Bay, OR to Springfield, OR covers 108.4 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Corvallis Newport Highway, I 5, Oregon Coast Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 54.2 miles from Depoe Bay, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.59 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 108.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Coast Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest Evans Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 101 / Oregon Coast Highway): Navigation decision point.

The route from Depoe Bay, OR to Springfield, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.

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