Origin
Eugene, OR
Late night in Eugene on Monday
Local time
2:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eugene, OR to Jacksonville, OR
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
166.3 mi
268 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 12m
★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 34m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eugene, OR
Adem Erkoç
Trip Overview
The drive from Eugene, OR to Jacksonville, OR covers 166.3 miles and takes about 3h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Old Stage Road, Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 152.6 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.10 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
83.2 miles from Eugene, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 23m highway drive covering 166.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Old Stage Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 152.6 miles on I 5.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 152.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Old Stage Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 155.1 miles (Highway #001BY - Kane Creek Connection #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 155.3 miles (Access Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Roseburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 4A
Toward I 5 South: Roseburg
5
155.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
|
Highway #001BY - Kane Creek Connection #2
Take the exit onto Highway #001BY - Kane Creek Connection #2 toward Gold Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 40
Toward Gold Hill
5
155.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
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Access Road
Turn right onto Access Road
Navigation decision point
5
163.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m in
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Ross Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Lane
Navigation decision point
5
166.3 mi into trip
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~3h 23m in
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South 4th Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Eugene, OR to Jacksonville, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Gold Hill along the way.
Gold Hill
155.1 mi in
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~3h 3m
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via Highway #001BY - Kane Creek Connection #2
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 152.6 mi | 2h 58m |
| Old Stage Road | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Coburg Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Oregon Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Ross Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Highway #001BY - Kane Creek Connection #2 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West California Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 152.6 mi, about 2h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eugene, OR and Jacksonville, OR.
1
Start on Coburg Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Coburg Road
2
Take the ramp slight right toward I 105 East: Springfield, Portland
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 105 East: Springfield, Portland
3
Merge slight left onto Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Roseburg
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5 South: Roseburg
5
Merge slight left
153 mi
·
2 hr 58 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward Gold Hill
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Gold Hill
7
Turn right onto Access Road
308 ft
·
6 sec
·
Access Road
8
Continue on Old Stage Road
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
Old Stage Road
9
At the end of the road, turn right onto Ross Lane
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Ross Lane
10
Turn left onto Old Stage Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Stage Road
11
Continue on North Oregon Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Oregon Street
12
Turn left onto West California Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West California Street
13
Turn right onto South 4th Street
180 ft
·
8 sec
·
South 4th Street
14
Arrive at your destination
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 83.2 miles from Eugene, OR, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.6 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.2 miles or 1h 39m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, 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 166.3 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 152.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.2 mi from Eugene, OR · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 83.2 miles from Eugene, 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 152.6 miles.
Arriving in Jacksonville, OR
The final approach into Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, OR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.10 one way
$66.19 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $34.95 | $69.90 |
| premium | $5.59 | $36.58 | $73.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.95 | $73.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.9 | 0 | $17.46 | $7.98 |
| Efficient EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.55 | $6.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.5 | 0 | $23.28 | $10.64 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Jacksonville, OR
Late night in Jacksonville on Monday
Local time
2:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
18 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
3h 23m 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 Jacksonville, OR covers 166.3 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Old Stage Road, Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.2 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 $33.10 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 is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 155.1 miles (Highway #001BY - Kane Creek Connection #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 155.3 miles (Access Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Eugene, OR to Jacksonville, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Gold Hill along the way.
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