Origin
Springfield, OR
Night in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
11:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OR to Merlin, OR
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
131.2 mi
211 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, OR
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Merlin, OR
Bejan Adrian
Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, OR to Merlin, OR covers 131.2 miles and takes about 2h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Pleasant Valley Road, Monument Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 122.9 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.14 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
65.6 miles from Springfield, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 131.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 40m highway drive covering 131.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Pleasant Valley Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 122.9 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 122.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Pleasant Valley Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near A Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, OR to Merlin, OR is easy. At 2h 40m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (A Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (OR 126 Business / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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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A Street
Turn left onto A Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway West
Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway West
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OR 126 Business / Main Street
Turn right onto OR 126 Business / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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OR 225 / Franklin Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto OR 225 / Franklin Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
126.1 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward Hugo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Hugo
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 122.9 mi | 2h 23m |
| Pleasant Valley Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Monument Drive | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| McVay Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| McVey Highway #225 Roadway #1 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Merlin Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 122.9 mi, about 2h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Merlin, OR.
1
Start on OR 528
301 ft
·
12 sec
·
Pioneer Parkway East
2
Turn left onto A Street
336 ft
·
16 sec
·
A Street
3
Turn left onto OR 528
320 ft
·
12 sec
·
Pioneer Parkway West
4
Turn right onto OR 126 Business
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto OR 225
350 ft
·
6 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
6
Continue on OR 225
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
7
Continue on OR 225
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
McVay Highway
8
Take the ramp onto OR 225
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
McVey Highway #225 Roadway #1
9
Merge onto I 5; OR 99
123 mi
·
2 hr 23 min
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I 5; OR 99
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Hugo
11
Turn right onto Monument Drive
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Monument Drive
12
Turn right onto Pleasant Valley Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pleasant Valley Road
13
Turn left onto Merlin Avenue
402 ft
·
17 sec
·
Merlin Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Merlin Avenue
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.6 miles from Springfield, OR, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.9 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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.6 miles or 1h 20m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Merlin, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, OR
This is one driving day of about 131.2 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Springfield, 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 122.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.6 mi from Springfield, OR · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.6 miles from Springfield, 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 122.9 miles.
Arriving in Merlin, OR
The final approach into Merlin, 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 Merlin, 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
$26.14 one way
$52.27 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $27.66 | $55.32 |
| premium | $5.59 | $28.88 | $57.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.97 | $57.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
| Efficient EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.48 | $5.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.37 | $8.40 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Merlin, OR
Night in Merlin on Thursday
Local time
11:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Green, OR
66 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 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
2h 40m 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 Springfield, OR to Merlin, OR covers 131.2 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Pleasant Valley Road, Monument Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.6 miles from Springfield, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.14 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Springfield, OR to Merlin, OR is easy. At 2h 40m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (A Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (OR 126 Business / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Springfield, OR to Merlin, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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