Origin
Springfield, OR
Evening in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
7:28 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OR to Williams, OR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 21m
Distance
157.3 mi
253 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
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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Williams, OR
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, OR to Williams, OR covers 157.3 miles and takes about 3h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Williams Highway, Water Gap Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 133.2 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.34 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
78.7 miles from Springfield, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 21m. Total distance: 157.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 21m highway drive covering 157.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Williams Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 133.2 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 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 133.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Williams Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near A Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 21m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (A Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (OR 126 Business / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 136.4 miles (Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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
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.
5
136.4 mi into trip
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~2h 42m in
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Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Take the exit onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2 toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches,...
6
136.9 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
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Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Keep slight right at fork onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2 toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches,...
5
139.2 mi into trip
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~2h 47m in
|
OR 238 / Williams Highway
Turn left onto OR 238 / Williams Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Williams, OR, road signs point toward Ocean Beaches and Crescent City.
Ocean Beaches
136.4 mi in
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~2h 42m
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via Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Crescent City
136.4 mi in
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~2h 42m
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via Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 133.2 mi | 2h 35m |
| Williams Highway | 13.3 mi | 21m |
| Water Gap Road | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| Grants Pass Parkway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| McVay Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Watergap Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 133.2 mi, about 2h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Williams, 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
133 mi
·
2 hr 35 min
·
I 5; OR 99
10
Take the exit onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
296 ft
·
5 sec
·
Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
12
Merge onto US 199
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Grants Pass Parkway
13
Turn left onto OR 238
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Williams Highway
Use the left lane.
14
Turn slight right onto Watergap Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Watergap Road
15
Continue on Water Gap Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Water Gap Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto Williams Highway
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Williams Highway
17
Arrive at destination
Williams Highway
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.7 miles from Springfield, OR, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.2 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 35 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.7 miles or 1h 35m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Williams, 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.
+
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 157.3 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 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 133.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.7 mi from Springfield, OR · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.7 miles from Springfield, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 133.2 miles.
Arriving in Williams, OR
The final approach into Williams, 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 Williams, 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
$31.34 one way
$62.67 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $33.16 | $66.33 |
| premium | $5.59 | $34.62 | $69.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.73 | $69.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.52 | $7.55 |
| Efficient EV | 39.3 | 0 | $13.76 | $6.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.9 | 0 | $22.02 | $10.07 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Williams, OR
Evening in Williams on Thursday
Local time
7:28 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°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
9 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
3h 21m 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 Williams, OR covers 157.3 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Williams Highway, Water Gap 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 78.7 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 $31.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 21m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (A Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (OR 126 Business / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 136.4 miles (Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Springfield, OR and Williams, OR, road signs point toward Ocean Beaches and Crescent City.
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