Origin
Mount Angel, OR
Afternoon in Mount Angel on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
80.6 mi
130 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Angel, OR
JOHN CALLERY
Eugene, OR
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This 80.6-mile drive from Mount Angel, Oregon, to Eugene, Oregon, takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes and is a manageable one-day trip. Primarily using I-5, you'll encounter a highway-focused experience for most of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this route offers an economical way to travel between two points within the Pacific Coast region. Since there are no recommended stops, you can easily complete this drive in a single stretch, making it ideal for a quick transit or a focused drive without significant detours. The direct nature of this trip means you can get on the road and arrive at your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
40.3 miles from Mount Angel, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 71% of the journey on major highways like I-5. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 57.2 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace. While Mount Angel Highway Northeast and Silverton Road Northeast provide the initial transition, the bulk of your time will be spent on the interstate. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal variations in road type, allowing for a steady cruise for much of the 80.6 miles.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Silverton Road Northeast. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.6 miles in near CR 97 / Cordon Road Northeast.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 12.6 miles (CR 97 / Cordon Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.4 miles (I 5; OR 99E): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 79 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto CR 97 / Cordon Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 5; OR 99E
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Downtown, Coburg Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown, University of Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 57.2 mi | 1h 6m |
| Silverton Road Northeast | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| Mount Angel Highway Northeast | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Cordon Road Northeast | 3 mi | 4m |
| Kuebler Boulevard Southeast | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Cordon Road Southeast | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Brush Creek Drive Northeast | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Angel, OR and Eugene, OR.
Start on Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto West Church Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Continue on CR 18
At end of road, turn right onto CR 26
Turn left onto CR 639
Turn right onto OR 213
Turn left onto CR 97
Continue on Cordon Road Southeast
Continue on Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 5; OR 99E
Take the exit
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on Coburg Road
Continue on Mill Street
Turn slight right onto Broadway Connector
Turn right onto East Broadway
Turn right onto High Street
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Turn left onto Mill Street
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 43 minutes, this trip is best suited for a single-day excursion. You can comfortably depart any time of day without needing to split the drive. The longest stretch on I-5 is over 57 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too low, especially since no specific stops are recommended. Keep an eye on the time and traffic, as I-5 can experience congestion as you approach Eugene. The $16 fuel cost is a good budget to keep in mind for this straightforward transit.
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.
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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 53m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eugene, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Mount Angel, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mount Angel, OR
This is one driving day of about 80.6 miles and 1h 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.3 mi from Mount Angel, OR · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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.
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 40.3 miles from Mount Angel, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Eugene, 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.
Regular Gas
$16.06 one way
$32.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $16.99 | $33.99 |
| premium | $5.59 | $17.74 | $35.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.80 | $35.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.05 | $3.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Mount Angel on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Eugene on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
60°F
Turner, OR
40 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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