Origin
Springfield, OR
Late night in Springfield on Friday
Local time
5:34 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
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Trip from Springfield, OR to Stafford, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
97.3 mi
157 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
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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Stafford, OR
Martin Dalsgaard
Trip Overview
This 97.3-mile drive from Springfield, Oregon, to Stafford, Oregon, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes. You'll spend about 95% of your journey on the interstate, primarily I-5, with the final miles transitioning to local roads like Southwest Stafford Road and Southwest Elligsen Road. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, this route is an efficient way to travel within the Pacific Coast region. Its straightforward, highway-focused profile makes it a practical choice for a quick trip or an extension of another journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.6 miles from Springfield, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 97.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for most of this 97.3-mile route. You'll be on I-5 for a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 91.7 miles, offering a consistent and fast-paced drive. As you approach Stafford, the profile shifts slightly with exits onto Southwest Stafford Road and Southwest Elligsen Road, introducing a change from the interstate's character. This segment represents a small portion of the 95% highway share, but it signals the transition from high-speed travel to your final destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 91.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Southwest Stafford Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
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 97.3 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 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.9 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 5 North: Portland
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.
8
93.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
|
I 5
Take the exit onto I 5 toward Elligsen Road, Boones Ferry Road
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 286
Toward Elligsen Road, Boones Ferry Road
8
94.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 toward Elligsen Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Elligsen Road
4
95.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
|
Southwest 65th Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest 65th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 91.7 mi | 1h 47m |
| Southwest Stafford Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Southwest Elligsen Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Pioneer Parkway East | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Q Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Q Street Ramp | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 65th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 91.7 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Stafford, 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
91 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
I 5
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit onto I 5
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 5
Exit 286
Toward Elligsen Road, Boones Ferry Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
212 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 5
Toward Elligsen Road
Use the right lane.
9
Turn slight right onto Southwest Elligsen Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Elligsen Road
Use the straight lane.
10
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest 65th Avenue
195 ft
·
11 sec
·
Southwest 65th Avenue
11
Turn left onto Southwest Stafford Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Southwest Stafford Road
12
Turn left
22 ft
·
1 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 57-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic on I-5, especially if you're traveling on a weekday. The longest stretch is 91.7 miles on I-5, so plan for your fuel needs before you get too far into that section, as services can be spread out. While the drive is short and doesn't necessitate extensive stops, the transition from the interstate to local roads like Southwest Stafford Road is your cue to start looking for specific turn-offs for Stafford.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.6 miles from Springfield, OR, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.7 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.6 miles or 58m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stafford, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Springfield, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springfield, OR
This is one driving day of about 97.3 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Springfield, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 91.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.6 mi from Springfield, OR · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.6 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 91.7 miles.
Arriving in Stafford, OR
The final approach into Stafford, 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
$19.38 one way
$38.77 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $20.51 | $41.03 |
| premium | $5.59 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.48 | $42.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Stafford, OR
Late night in Stafford on Friday
Local time
5:34 AM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Salem, OR
49 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
19 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 57m 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 Stafford, OR covers 97.3 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Southwest Stafford Road, Southwest Elligsen Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.6 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 $19.38 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 97.3 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 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.9 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Springfield, OR to Stafford, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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