Origin
Springfield, OR
Late night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:24 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OR to Mission, OR
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
6h 16m
Distance
325.4 mi
524 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$65
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 4m
★
6 AM
6h 17m
8 AM
6h 42m
10 AM
6h 25m
12 PM
6h 23m
3 PM
6h 27m
5 PM
6h 41m
8 PM
6h 9m
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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Mission, OR
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Trip Overview
This 325.4-mile journey from Springfield, OR to Mission, OR is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 6 hours and 16 minutes of driving time. The route primarily utilizes I 5 and the Columbia River Highway, with a significant portion (35%) being on highways rather than interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $65, it's an economical option for exploring the Pacific Coast region. This drive offers a mixed experience, making it manageable for a single day without feeling overly rushed. You'll find yourself on a variety of road types, so be prepared for different driving conditions throughout the approximately 6 hours and 16 minutes on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
162.7 miles from Springfield, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this 325.4-mile route, with 35% of the total mileage on highways. While I 5 provides a faster pace for some sections, the Columbia River Highway offers a more engaging experience, featuring the longest uninterrupted stretch of 158.1 miles. This suggests a varied road personality, transitioning from interstate speeds to potentially more winding or scenic highway conditions. The drive's character is defined by this blend, offering both efficiency and moments of more focused driving as you navigate the different road types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Columbia River Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 158.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 107.7 miles in near I 5.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 325.4 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: at 107.7 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
107.7 mi into trip
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~2h 10m in
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I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 toward Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Seattle
8
108.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portland Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 300
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portl...
8
109 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The Dalles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport,...
8
322.8 mi into trip
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~6h 11m in
Take the exit toward OR 331: Milton-Freewater, Walla Walla
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216
Toward OR 331: Milton-Freewater, Walla Walla
6
323.1 mi into trip
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~6h 12m in
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OR 331 / South Market Road
Turn left onto OR 331 / South Market Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Springfield, OR and Mission, OR, road signs point toward Seattle, Portland Airport and The Dalles.
Seattle
107.7 mi in
|
~2h 10m
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via I 5
Portland Airport
108.8 mi in
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~2h 11m
The Dalles
109 mi in
|
~2h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia River Highway | 158.1 mi | 2h 55m |
| I 5 | 106.3 mi | 2h 6m |
| Old Oregon Trail Highway | 48.3 mi | 52m |
| Banfield Freeway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| South Market Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Pioneer Parkway East | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Q Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 158.1 mi, about 2h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Mission, OR.
1
Start on OR 528
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Pioneer Parkway East
2
Turn left onto Q Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Q Street
3
Take the ramp onto West Q Street Ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Q Street Ramp
4
Merge onto OR 126
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5 North: Portland
6
Merge onto I 5
105 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
I 5
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5
Toward Seattle
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 300
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles, Portland Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: Portland Airport, The Dalles
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 84; US 30
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Banfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 84; US 30
158 mi
·
2 hr 55 min
·
Columbia River Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 84; US 30
48 mi
·
52 min
·
Old Oregon Trail Highway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 216
Toward OR 331: Milton-Freewater, Walla Walla
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto OR 331
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Market Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
OR 331
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 16-minute duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day. Consider an early start to maximize your daylight hours and allow ample time for any brief stops you might need. The longest stretch without a break is over 158 miles on the Columbia River Highway, so plan for a fuel and stretch break before embarking on that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $65, budgeting is straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning to the highway portions, as services can be more spread out than on the interstate.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162.7 miles from Springfield, OR, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.1 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.7 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mission, 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 325.4 miles and 6h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 Columbia River Highway for about 158.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.7 mi from Springfield, OR · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
163 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162.7 miles from Springfield, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Columbia River Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 158.1 miles.
Arriving in Mission, OR
The final approach into Mission, 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 Mission, 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
$64.82 one way
$129.65 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $68.60 | $137.21 |
| premium | $5.59 | $71.63 | $143.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.84 | $143.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$65
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.6 | 1 | $34.17 | $15.62 |
| Efficient EV | 81.4 | 0 | $28.47 | $13.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130.2 | 1 | $45.56 | $20.83 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Mission, OR
Late night in Mission on Wednesday
Local time
4:24 AM
PDT
Current temp
65°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
24 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
6h 16m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 Mission, OR covers 325.4 miles and takes about 6h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Columbia River Highway, I 5, Old Oregon Trail Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.7 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 $64.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 325.4 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: at 107.7 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Springfield, OR and Mission, OR, road signs point toward Seattle, Portland Airport and The Dalles.
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