Origin
Oakridge, OR
Evening in Oakridge on Thursday
Local time
7:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakridge, OR to Eugene, OR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
41.9 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakridge, OR
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Eugene, OR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 41.9-mile drive from Oakridge, OR to Eugene, OR is easily accomplished in about 1 hour and 2 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Primarily using OR 58 and I 5, the route is heavily highway-focused, accounting for 85% of the journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this is an economical and efficient option for travelers in the Pacific Coast region. You won't need to break this short trip up with an overnight stay. The overall feel is practical and direct, getting you from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 41.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this journey, with 85% of the 41.9 miles on major roads like OR 58 and I 5. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 23.8 miles, primarily on OR 58, offering a consistent pace. While the route is largely highway, it offers a direct connection between two points within the Pacific Coast region. The character is less about winding scenic byways and more about efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OR 58 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 58 and Highway 58. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Maple Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 41.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Crestview Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Maple Street
Turn right onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East 1st Street
Turn left onto East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Crestview Street
Turn left onto Crestview Street
Navigation decision point
6
35.4 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
OR 58
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 58 toward I 5 North, OR 99: Eugene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 5 North, OR 99: Eugene
5
39.5 mi into trip
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~57m in
|
OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard
Take the exit onto OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University of Oregon, Downtown Eugene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 58 | 23.8 mi | 32m |
| Highway 58 | 7 mi | 12m |
| I 5 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Willamette Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Westfir-Oakridge Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 58 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Pacific Highway West #1W (91) Roadway #2 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 58
— 23.8 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakridge, OR and Eugene, OR.
1
Start on Commercial Street
427 ft
·
16 sec
·
Commercial Street
2
Turn right onto Maple Street
323 ft
·
19 sec
·
Maple Street
3
Turn left onto East 1st Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East 1st Street
4
Turn left onto Crestview Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Crestview Street
5
Turn right onto OR 58
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 58
6
Continue on OR 58
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
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State Highway 58
7
Turn right onto Westfir-Oakridge Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Westfir-Oakridge Road
8
Turn left onto Westfir Road
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Westfir Road
9
Turn right onto OR 58
23 mi
·
31 min
·
OR 58
10
Continue on OR 58
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 58
11
Continue on OR 58
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Willamette Highway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 58
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
OR 58
Toward I 5 North, OR 99: Eugene
13
Merge onto I 5; OR 99
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 5; OR 99
14
Take the exit onto OR 99
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
I-5 North Franklin Boulevard
Toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University of Oregon, Downtown Eugene
15
Continue on OR 99
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Pacific Highway West #1W (91) Roadway #2
16
Turn straight onto OR 99
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
17
Continue on OR 99
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Broadway
18
Turn straight onto Mill Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Mill Street
19
Arrive at destination
Coburg Road
Toward Springfield
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from Oakridge, OR · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Oakridge, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eugene, OR
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.35 one way
$16.69 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.83 | $17.67 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.22 | $18.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Eugene, OR
Evening in Eugene on Thursday
Local time
7:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m 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 Oakridge, OR to Eugene, OR covers 41.9 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OR 58, Highway 58, I 5. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.9 miles from Oakridge, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.35 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Crestview Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Oakridge, OR to Eugene, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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