Trip from Terrebonne, OR to Yoncalla, OR

Drive Time

3h 47m

Distance

173.4 mi

279 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 35m ★

6 AM

3h 48m

8 AM

4h 13m

10 AM

3h 56m

12 PM

3h 54m

3 PM

3h 58m

5 PM

4h 12m

8 PM

3h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Spanning 173.4 miles, this Oregon drive connects Terrebonne to Yoncalla in approximately 3 hours and 47 minutes. Since the entire journey stays within the Pacific Coast region, you can comfortably complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $35 on fuel for the trek, which utilizes a combination of the McKenzie Highway, the Santiam Highway, and I-5. Because the route involves a mix of highway and local roads, it functions best as a straightforward, efficient day trip. Whether you are heading west for business or leisure, this route provides a clear, manageable path across the state.

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

86.7 miles from Terrebonne, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 22% of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads that require more frequent steering adjustments. You will tackle a significant 58.9-mile stretch along the McKenzie Highway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. As you transition from local roads to the I-5 corridor, the driving experience shifts from technical maneuvering to a more consistent pace. Stay alert, as the changing road types define the character of this 173.4-mile trip.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

McKenzie Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 58.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 173.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (South Locust Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 125.2 miles (Marcola Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway

At end of road, turn left onto US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway

Navigation decision point

25.2 mi into trip | ~37m in | South Locust Street

Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

125.2 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in | Marcola Road

Turn left onto Marcola Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

125.8 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in | 42nd Street

Turn left onto 42nd Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

130.1 mi into trip | ~2h 53m in

Take the exit toward I 5 South: Roseburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 4A Toward I 5 South: Roseburg

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
McKenzie Highway	58.9 mi	1h 20m
I 5	38.6 mi	44m
Santiam Highway	28.4 mi	35m
Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway	19.8 mi	22m
Camp Creek Road	8.4 mi	11m
The Dalles-California Highway	5.7 mi	8m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway	3.7 mi	5m
Elkhead Road	3.3 mi	5m

Longest stretch: McKenzie Highway — 58.9 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Terrebonne, OR and Yoncalla, OR.

Start on 11th Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · 11th Street

At end of road, turn left onto US 97

5.7 mi · 8 min · The Dalles-California Highway

Take the exit onto OR 126

158 ft · 4 sec · OR 126

Merge onto OR 126

0.6 mi · 1 min · Southwest Glacier Avenue

Merge onto OR 126

1.8 mi · 3 min · Southwest Highland Avenue

Continue on OR 126

17 mi · 23 min · McKenzie Highway

Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street

70 ft · 1 sec · South Locust Street

Continue on South Locust Street

0.5 mi · 56 sec · South Locust Street

Turn left onto East Barclay Drive

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Barclay Drive

Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126

17 ft · 0 sec · Santiam Highway

Continue on US 20; OR 126

25 mi · 31 min · Santiam Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 20; OR 126

3.3 mi · 3 min · Santiam Highway

Turn left onto OR 126

20 mi · 22 min · Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway

Continue on OR 126

42 mi · 57 min · McKenzie Highway

Turn right onto Camp Creek Road

8.4 mi · 11 min · Camp Creek Road

Turn left onto Marcola Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Marcola Road

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto 42nd Street

0.4 mi · 36 sec · 42nd Street

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp onto 42nd Street Connection #3

0.3 mi · 39 sec · 42nd Street Connection #3

Toward OR 126 West: Eugene

Merge onto OR 126

3.7 mi · 5 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 4A Toward I 5 South: Roseburg

Merge onto I 5

39 mi · 44 min · I 5

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec

Toward Scotts Valley, Elkhead

Turn left onto CR 25

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Anlauf Road

Continue on CR 7

3.3 mi · 5 min · Elkhead Road

At end of road, turn right onto OR 99

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Eagle Valley Road

Turn left onto Third Street

323 ft · 16 sec · Third Street

Turn right onto Alder Street

238 ft · 10 sec · Alder Street

Arrive at destination

Alder Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 47-minute duration, plan to depart early to make the most of your day. Since the route includes one recommended stop, use that break strategically to stretch your legs before hitting the more technical sections of the drive. Keep in mind that the heavy concentration of local roads makes this route feel longer than a pure interstate cruise, so allow for extra time if traffic is heavier than expected. Budgeting $35 for fuel should cover your needs, but keep an eye on your gauge during the 58.9-mile McKenzie Highway stretch where services may be less frequent. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the short travel time allows you to adjust your schedule easily if you encounter delays.

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 86.7 miles from Terrebonne, OR, or about 1h 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.9 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 80 miles or 1h 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 86.7 miles or 1h 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yoncalla, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Terrebonne, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Terrebonne, OR

This is one driving day of about 173.4 miles and 3h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Terrebonne, 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 McKenzie Highway for about 58.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 86.7 mi from Terrebonne, OR · 1h 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sweet Home, OR

87 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

Sweet Home, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sweet Home, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 86.7 miles from Terrebonne, 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

$34.51 one way

$69.02 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$36.44	$72.88
premium	$5.59	$38.14	$76.28
diesel	$5.64	$38.52	$77.05

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	52	$18.21	$8.32
Efficient EV	43.4	$15.17	$6.94
EV Truck/SUV	69.4	$24.28	$11.10

Gas CO2

61 kg

EV CO2

20 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Terrebonne, OR

Afternoon in Terrebonne on Sunday

Local time

4:06 PM

PDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yoncalla, OR

Afternoon in Yoncalla on Sunday

Local time

4:06 PM

PDT

Current temp

37°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

21 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

3h 47m 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 Terrebonne, OR to Yoncalla, OR covers 173.4 miles and takes about 3h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are McKenzie Highway, I 5, Santiam Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 86.7 miles from Terrebonne, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.51 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.

The route from Terrebonne, OR to Yoncalla, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Terrebonne, OR to Yoncalla, OR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Yoncalla, OR

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Terrebonne, OR

Yoncalla, OR

Same local time

21 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 47m on the road

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