The drive from Eugene, OR to Gearhart, OR covers 183.3 miles and takes about 3h 54m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Sunset Highway, Northwest Sunset Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97.5 miles on I 5.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.52 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.7 miles from Eugene, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 49m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 54m. Total distance: 183.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Eugene, OR to Gearhart, OR covers 183.3 miles and takes about 3h 54m, 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 17 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 97.5 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near I 5.
Driving Effort6/10
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 183.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 2.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.1 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.9 mi into trip|~5m in|I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
100.4 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
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 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
5
101.1 mi into trip|~2h in|OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
108.8 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway
Merge onto US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
176.7 mi into trip|~3h 41m in
Take the exit toward US 101 North: Seaside, Astoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 101 North: Seaside, Astoria
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 Eugene, OR to Gearhart, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
Beaverton
100.4 mi in|~1h 59m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
97.5 mi
1h 54m
Sunset Highway
34.7 mi
43m
Northwest Sunset Highway
33.2 mi
45m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
6.7 mi
9m
South Roosevelt Drive
5.1 mi
9m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
1.3 mi
1m
OR 217
0.9 mi
2m
Park Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 97.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eugene, OR and Gearhart, OR.
1
Start on Coburg Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Coburg Road
Toward Springfield
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 105 East: Springfield, Portland
3
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
1.3 mi·1 min·Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 5 North: Portland
5
Merge onto I 5
97 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 5
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 292AToward OR 217: Tigard, BeavertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto OR 217
6.7 mi·9 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto OR 217
0.9 mi·2 min·OR 217
Toward US 26 West
9
Merge onto US 26
33 mi·45 min·Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 26
35 mi·43 min·Sunset Highway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Toward US 101 North: Seaside, Astoria
12
Merge onto US 101
0.2 mi·13 sec·Oregon Coast Highway
13
Continue on US 101
5.1 mi·9 min·South Roosevelt Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 101
0.1 mi·13 sec·Oregon Coast Highway
15
Continue on US 101
0.8 mi·1 min·Park Avenue
16
Turn right onto Pacific Way
106 ft·3 sec·Pacific Way
17
Arrive at destination
Pacific Way
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 91.7 miles from Eugene, OR, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.5 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 40 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.7 miles or 1h 49m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gearhart, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eugene, 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 Eugene, OR
This is one driving day of about 183.3 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Eugene, 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 97.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.7 mi from Eugene, OR
· 1h 49m into the drive
The midpoint is around 91.7 miles from Eugene, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gearhart, OR
The final approach into Gearhart, 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 Gearhart, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Explore the timeless rainforests and majestic coastal vistas. Discover the rich heritage of the native people. Unfold the dramatic stories of America's most famous explorers. The park encompasses site...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
$10
near mile 183.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.52 one way
$73.03 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$38.64
$77.29
premium
$5.59
$40.35
$80.70
diesel
$5.61
$40.47
$80.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55
0
$19.25
$8.80
Efficient EV
45.8
0
$16.04
$7.33
EV Truck/SUV
73.3
0
$25.66
$11.73
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Eugene, OR
Morning
in Eugene on Friday
Local time
11:06 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Gearhart, OR
Morning
in Gearhart on Friday
Local time
11:06 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°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
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 54m 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 Eugene, OR to Gearhart, OR covers 183.3 miles and takes about 3h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Sunset Highway, Northwest Sunset Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.7 miles from Eugene, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.52 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 183.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 2.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.1 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Eugene, OR to Gearhart, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
