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Trip from Happy Valley, OR to Springfield, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 20m

Distance

114 mi

183 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

60 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 10m ★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m

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

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Happy Valley, OR

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city in Lane County, Oregon, United States

Springfield, OR

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Trip Overview

The drive from Happy Valley, OR to Springfield, OR covers 114 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 5, I 205, Pioneer Parkway West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 94 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.22 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.

Midpoint

57 miles from Happy Valley, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 114 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 20m highway drive covering 114 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and I 205. The longest continuous stretch is about 94 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 20 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 94 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southeast King Road.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 114 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 (Southeast King Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (Southeast 129th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Southeast King Road

Turn sharp left onto Southeast King Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Southeast 129th Avenue

Enter roundabout onto Southeast 129th Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
3 mi into trip | ~6m in

Turn left toward I 205 South: Oregon City

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 205 South: Oregon City
5
3.2 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 205

Merge onto I 205

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
16.3 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Salem

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 5 South: Salem

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 94 mi 1h 49m
I 205 13.1 mi 16m
Pioneer Parkway West 1 mi 2m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway 0.9 mi 1m
Southeast 129th Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
Southeast Sunnybrook Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
Southeast Sunnyside Road 0.8 mi 1m
Southeast 122nd Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 94 mi, about 1h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Happy Valley, OR and Springfield, OR.

1

Start on Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard

58 ft · 8 sec · Southeast Mount Scott Boulevard
2

Turn sharp left onto Southeast King Road

158 ft · 3 sec · Southeast King Road
3

Enter roundabout onto Southeast 129th Avenue

137 ft · 2 sec · Southeast 129th Avenue
4

Continue on Southeast 129th Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southeast 129th Avenue
5

Continue on Southeast 122nd Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southeast 122nd Avenue
6

Turn right onto Southeast Sunnyside Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southeast Sunnyside Road
7

Turn left onto Southeast Sunnybrook Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southeast Sunnybrook Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8

Turn left

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 205 South: Oregon City Use the left lane.
9

Merge onto I 205

13 mi · 16 min · I 205
Use the straight lane.
10

Keep slight left at fork

508 ft · 6 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on this road

0.9 mi · 1 min · this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
12

Merge onto I 5

94 mi · 1 hr 49 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 52 sec
Exit 194A Toward OR 126 East: Springfield
14

Merge onto I 105; OR 126

0.9 mi · 1 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward OR 528 South: Springfield City Center
16

Turn right onto OR 528

1.0 mi · 2 min · Pioneer Parkway West
17

Continue on OR 528

175 ft · 10 sec · South 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
18

Turn left onto OR 126 Business

337 ft · 15 sec · South A Street
19

Turn left onto OR 528

202 ft · 5 sec · Pioneer Parkway East
20

Arrive at destination

OR 528

Trip Plan

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57 miles from Happy Valley, OR, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94 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 25 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 57 miles or 1h 11m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 53m

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 Happy Valley, 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 Happy Valley, OR

This is one driving day of about 114 miles and 2h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Happy Valley, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 94 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 57 mi from Happy Valley, OR · 1h 11m into the drive

city in Marion County, Oregon, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Woodburn, OR

57 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

King City, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Salem, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57 miles from Happy Valley, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94 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.

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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Woodburn, Oregon

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 32.6

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Busy Bee Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Springfield, Oregon

1.4 mi

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, Oregon

1.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Refuge Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Portland, Oregon

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+15034777048

Visit website

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 32.6

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Busy Bee Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 114

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15417476331

Visit website

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.3

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15418129220

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.3

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+15419266717

Visit website

The Manila Fiesta

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.8

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 2–7 pm

+19713325578

Le Petit Café Happy Valley

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Happy Valley, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19717576005

Visit website

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.3

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15419265755

Visit website

Encore Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 48.8

Salem, Oregon

Hours: Closed

+15039915792

Visit website

Refuge Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+15034777048

Visit website

Carnelian Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Space Monkey Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15037723028

Visit website

Portland Lux Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+19718655185

Visit website

Milwaukie Cafe and Bottle Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Milwaukie, Oregon

Hours: 7:30 am–2:30 pm

+15033056522

Visit website

Morse Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 8.1

Lake Oswego, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 114

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 114

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Chargepoint Charging Staion

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 114

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 114

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 114

Springfield, Oregon

+18555212244

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 114

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 114

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 114

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Escape the Room Oregon

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 114

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417263836

Visit website

Willamalane Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 114

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15417364544

Visit website

Portal Adventures - Eugene and Springfield

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 114

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 2–8 pm

+15417806180

Visit website

OSH Museum of Mental Health

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 48.8

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 12–4 pm

+19715991674

Visit website

Legion Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 32.6

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15039825240

Visit website

MindTrix Escape Room Games

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Happy Valley, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15039337005

Visit website

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 114

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15413463024

Visit website

Riverfront City Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 48.8

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15035886336

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.22 one way

$44.44 round trip

$4.95/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.34 $23.96 $47.92
premium $5.57 $24.98 $49.96
diesel $6.37 $28.57 $57.14

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: 39.9 kg one way.

EV Charging Along Route

60 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Blink Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

Blink

1 DCFC

Chargepoint Charging Staion

Eugene, Oregon

Other

1 DCFC

Blink Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

Blink

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Blink Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

Blink

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Eugene, Oregon

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, Oregon

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 23 Blink: 18 Other: 12 Tesla: 2 Electrify America: 1 EV Connect: 1 EVCS: 1 Shell Recharge: 1 Tesla Destination: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.2 0 $11.97 $5.47
Efficient EV 28.5 0 $9.98 $4.56
EV Truck/SUV 45.6 0 $15.96 $7.30

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (68% 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

Happy Valley, OR

Late night in Happy Valley on Saturday

Local time

5:00 AM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, OR

Late night in Springfield on Saturday

Local time

5:00 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

8 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 20m 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 Happy Valley, OR to Springfield, OR covers 114 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 5, I 205, Pioneer Parkway West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 57 miles from Happy Valley, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.22 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.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 114 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 (Southeast King Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (Southeast 129th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

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

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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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