Origin
Springfield, OR
Afternoon in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OR to Yoncalla, OR
Drive Time
54m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
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6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, OR
Nate Biddle
Yoncalla, OR
MÖV Frame
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Springfield and Yoncalla, this 41.8-mile journey is an ideal day trip. Expect to spend about 54 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection within the Pacific Coast region. Budget approximately $8 for fuel to cover the distance, which is manageable for a casual morning or afternoon outing. Because the drive is short, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a straightforward link between the two Oregon towns, focusing on utility and speed rather than a lengthy excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
20.9 miles from Springfield, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 34.6-mile stretch of uninterrupted driving. Starting on Franklin Boulevard, you will quickly transition into the interstate grind that defines the bulk of this route. The final leg shifts away from the high-speed lanes as you navigate onto Elkhead Road to reach your destination. Expect a steady, predictable pace that prioritizes directness over technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 34.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Elkhead Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near A Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 54m 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 37.7 miles: 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
37.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward Scotts Valley, Elkhead
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Scotts Valley, Elkhead
5
41.7 mi into trip
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~54m in
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Third Street
Turn left onto Third Street
Navigation decision point
5
41.8 mi into trip
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~54m in
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Alder Street
Turn right onto Alder Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Springfield, OR and Yoncalla, OR, road signs point toward Scotts Valley and Elkhead.
Scotts Valley
37.7 mi in
|
~46m
Elkhead
37.7 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 34.6 mi | 39m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| 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 |
| Anlauf Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 34.6 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Yoncalla, OR.
1
Start on OR 528
301 ft
·
12 sec
·
Pioneer Parkway East
2
Turn left onto A Street
336 ft
·
16 sec
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A Street
3
Turn left onto OR 528
320 ft
·
12 sec
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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
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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
35 mi
·
39 min
·
I 5; OR 99
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Scotts Valley, Elkhead
11
Turn left onto CR 25
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Anlauf Road
12
Continue on CR 7
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Elkhead Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Eagle Valley Road
14
Turn left onto Third Street
323 ft
·
16 sec
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Third Street
15
Turn right onto Alder Street
238 ft
·
10 sec
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Alder Street
16
Arrive at destination
Alder Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-one-hour drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time, allowing you to avoid peak traffic hours based on your personal preference. You won't need to plan for any formal stops given the short 41.8-mile duration, but keep in mind that the interstate portion makes up the primary leg of your trip. Ensure your tank is ready for the $8 fuel cost before you merge onto I-5 to keep your travel time consistent. My best advice is to stay alert during the transition from the high-speed interstate to the local Elkhead Road, as the change in road character happens quickly once you exit the highway.
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 20.9 miles from Springfield, OR, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 41.8 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.9 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yoncalla, 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 41.8 miles and 54m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 34.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from Springfield, OR · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Springfield, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Yoncalla, OR
The final approach into Yoncalla, 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 Yoncalla, OR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.32 one way
$16.64 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $8.78 | $17.57 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.19 | $18.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.29 | $18.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Yoncalla, OR
Afternoon in Yoncalla on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Cottage Grove, OR
21 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
54m 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 Yoncalla, OR covers 41.8 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Elkhead Road, Franklin Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.9 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 $8.32 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 is a straightforward 54m 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 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Springfield, OR and Yoncalla, OR, road signs point toward Scotts Valley and Elkhead.
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