Origin
Springfield, OR
Late night in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
2:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OR to Salem, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
65.6 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
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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Salem, OR
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Trip Overview
Springfield, OR to Salem, OR is 65.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via I 5, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Oregon, connecting two points in the Pacific Coast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that's perfect for a quick trip. Given its short duration, this route offers a lot of flexibility for departure times, allowing you to make it a leisurely day trip or a quick hop between cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 65.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway drive, with 93% of the journey on major roadways, primarily I 5. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a longest stretch of 59.1 miles on I 5. While the bulk of the drive is on the interstate, you will transition onto local roads like Mission Street Southeast and Pioneer Parkway East as you approach your destination. This means a consistent pace for most of the trip, punctuated by city driving near Salem.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 59.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Mission Street Southeast. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near I 5.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 65.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.9 miles (OR 22; OR 99E Bus / North Santiam Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
61.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Be...
5
61.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
OR 22; OR 99E Bus / North Santiam Highway
Turn left onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus / North Santiam Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
Church Street Southeast
Turn right onto Church Street Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
65.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
High Street Northeast
Turn left onto High Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Springfield, OR to Salem, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Bend along the way.
Bend
61.6 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 59.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| Mission Street Southeast | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Pioneer Parkway East | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Santiam Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Church Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Pringle Parkway Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bellevue Street Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 59.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Salem, 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
59 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 5
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
8
Turn left onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
North Santiam Highway
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on OR 22; OR 99E Bus
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Mission Street Southeast
10
Turn slight right onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
OR 22; OR 99E Bus
Toward OR 22
11
Take the exit onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bellevue Street Southeast
12
Continue on OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Pringle Parkway Southeast
13
Turn right onto Church Street Southeast
379 ft
·
14 sec
·
Church Street Southeast
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on Church Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street Northeast
15
Turn left onto Marion Street Northeast
446 ft
·
22 sec
·
Marion Street Northeast
16
Turn left onto High Street Northeast
382 ft
·
10 sec
·
High Street Northeast
17
Arrive at destination
High Street Northeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Springfield, OR · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Springfield, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Salem, OR
The final approach into Salem, 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
$12.79 one way
$25.57 round trip
$4.95/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $13.79 | $27.57 |
| premium | $5.57 | $14.38 | $28.75 |
| diesel | $6.37 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Salem, OR
Late night in Salem on Saturday
Local time
2:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°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
2 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 23m 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 Salem, OR covers 65.6 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Mission Street Southeast, Pioneer Parkway East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.8 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 $12.79 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 65.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.9 miles (OR 22; OR 99E Bus / North Santiam Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Springfield, OR to Salem, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Bend along the way.
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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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