Origin
Stayton, OR
Morning in Stayton on Saturday
Local time
6:05 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
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
63.5 mi
102 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stayton, OR
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Springfield, OR
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The drive from Stayton, OR to Springfield, OR covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, Stayton Road Southeast, Jefferson-Marion Road Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.3 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 63.5 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 (71%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 23m highway drive covering 63.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and Stayton Road Southeast. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.3 miles on I 5.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Stayton Road Southeast. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 miles in near CR 35 / Marion Road Southeast.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (CR 35 / Marion Road Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (OR 164 / North 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (I 5; OR 99E): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto CR 35 / Marion Road Southeast
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto OR 164 / North 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 5; OR 99E
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OR 126 East: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 44.3 mi | 51m |
| Stayton Road Southeast | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Jefferson-Marion Road Southeast | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Jefferson Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| West Washington Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Marion Road Southeast | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Pioneer Parkway West | 1 mi | 2m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Stayton, OR and Springfield, OR.
Start on West Washington Street
Continue on CR 32
At end of road, turn left onto CR 35
Continue on CR 35
Continue on CR 35
At end of road, turn left onto OR 164
Continue on OR 164
Continue on OR 164
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 5; OR 99E
Take the exit
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
Take the exit
Turn right onto OR 528
Continue on OR 528
Turn left onto OR 126 Business
Turn left onto OR 528
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.7 mi from Stayton, OR · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Stayton, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Springfield, 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.
Regular Gas
$12.65 one way
$25.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.39 | $26.78 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.98 | $27.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.67 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Stayton on Saturday
Local time
6:05 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
6:05 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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