Origin
Green, OR
Afternoon in Green on Thursday
Local time
3:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green, OR to Springfield, OR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
73 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green, OR
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Springfield, OR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Green, OR to Springfield, OR covers 73 miles and takes about 1h 29m 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 Highway 99 South, Franklin Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.1 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 73 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 73 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Old Highway 99 South. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.1 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 13 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 65.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Old Highway 99 South. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OR 99 / Old Highway 99 South.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Green, OR to Springfield, OR is easy. At 1h 29m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99 / Old Highway 99 South): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (OR 138 / Southeast Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 70.1 miles (OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
OR 99 / Old Highway 99 South
Turn right onto OR 99 / Old Highway 99 South
Navigation decision point
3
4.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
OR 138 / Southeast Washington Avenue
Turn left onto OR 138 / Southeast Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
70.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2
Take the exit onto OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2 toward OR 225: South Eugene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward OR 225: South Eugene
4
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
OR 126 Business / South A Street
Enter roundabout onto OR 126 Business / South A Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
72.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 65.1 mi | 1h 15m |
| Old Highway 99 South | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Stephens Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South A Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Washington Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| OR 138 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 65.1 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green, OR and Springfield, OR.
1
Start on Speedway Road
243 ft
·
10 sec
·
Speedway Road
2
Turn right onto OR 99
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Highway 99 South
3
Continue on OR 99
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Stephens Street
4
Turn left onto OR 138
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Southeast Washington Avenue
5
Continue on OR 138
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Harvard Avenue
6
Take the ramp onto OR 138
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
OR 138
7
Merge onto I 5; OR 138
65 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 5; OR 138
8
Take the exit onto OR 225
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2
Toward OR 225: South Eugene
9
Continue on Franklin Boulevard
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
10
Enter roundabout onto OR 126 Business
23 ft
·
0 sec
·
South A Street
11
Continue on OR 126 Business
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South A Street
12
Turn left onto OR 528
202 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pioneer Parkway East
13
Arrive at destination
OR 528
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.5 mi from Green, OR · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.5 miles from Green, 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 65.1 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.54 one way
$29.09 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $15.39 | $30.78 |
| premium | $5.59 | $16.07 | $32.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.12 | $32.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Springfield, OR
Afternoon in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
3:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
1h 29m 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 Green, OR to Springfield, OR covers 73 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Old Highway 99 South, Franklin Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.5 miles from Green, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.54 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.
The drive from Green, OR to Springfield, OR is easy. At 1h 29m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99 / Old Highway 99 South): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (OR 138 / Southeast Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 70.1 miles (OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Green, OR to Springfield, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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