Origin
Waldport, OR
Night in Waldport on Thursday
Local time
11:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Waldport, OR to Springfield, OR
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
90.8 mi
146 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waldport, OR
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Springfield, OR
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Trip Overview
This 90.8-mile journey from Waldport, OR, to Springfield, OR, is a manageable day trip, estimated to take about 2 hours and 19 minutes. You'll primarily travel on East Alsea Highway, South Fork Road, and Highway 99S, with about 21% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is $18. Given its relatively short distance and the nature of the drive, it's well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Both your starting point in Waldport and your destination in Springfield are within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, offering a consistent feel throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.4 miles from Waldport, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 90.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a monotonous interstate experience. While 21% of the journey involves highway driving, much of it will be on more intimate local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38 miles on East Alsea Highway, so be prepared for a good amount of steering and attention. This road profile suggests a dynamic driving experience, where you'll be navigating curves and changes in scenery as you transition from coastal influences inland.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Alsea Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 38 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northwest Hemlock 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 2h 19m 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: near the start (Northwest Hemlock Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles (OR 501 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 71 miles (OR 99 / Ivy Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Northwest Hemlock Street
Turn right onto Northwest Hemlock Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
39.7 mi into trip
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~56m in
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OR 501 / South 1st Street
Turn right onto OR 501 / South 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
71 mi into trip
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~1h 48m in
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OR 99 / Ivy Street
Turn right onto OR 99 / Ivy Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
80.8 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
90.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
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OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Alsea Highway | 38 mi | 52m |
| South Fork Road | 14.9 mi | 27m |
| Highway 99S | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| State Highway 99 | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| Randy Papé Beltline | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Alpine Road | 6 mi | 8m |
| Pioneer Parkway West | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Northeast Alsea Highway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
East Alsea Highway
— 38 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waldport, OR and Springfield, OR.
1
Start on Northwest Maple Street
99 ft
·
5 sec
·
Northwest Maple Street
2
Turn right onto Northwest Hemlock Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Northwest Hemlock Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OR 34
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Northwest Alsea Highway
4
Continue on OR 34
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Alsea Highway
5
Continue on OR 34
38 mi
·
52 min
·
East Alsea Highway
6
Continue on OR 34
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Main Street
7
Turn right onto OR 501
442 ft
·
12 sec
·
South 1st Street
8
Continue on OR 501
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Alsea-Deadwood Highway
9
Turn left onto South Fork Road
15 mi
·
27 min
·
South Fork Road
10
Continue on Alpine Road
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Alpine Road
11
Turn slight right onto Alpine Cutoff Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Alpine Cutoff Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto OR 99W
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Highway 99
13
Continue on OR 99W
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 5th Street
14
Continue on OR 99W
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 99
15
Turn right onto OR 99
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Ivy Street
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on OR 99
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Highway 99S
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Use the right lane.
18
Merge onto OR 569
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Randy Papé Beltline
19
Continue on Beltline Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Beltline Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
21
Enter roundabout onto Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
133 ft
·
7 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
22
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
47 ft
·
0 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
23
Continue on Pioneer Parkway West
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Pioneer Parkway West
24
Continue on OR 528
175 ft
·
10 sec
·
South 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn left onto OR 126 Business
337 ft
·
15 sec
·
South A Street
26
Turn left onto OR 528
202 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pioneer Parkway East
27
Arrive at destination
OR 528
Trip Plan
For this 90.8-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and take advantage of the relatively short 2-hour and 19-minute duration. With no specific stops recommended, you have the flexibility to create your own breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the longer stretches like the 38 miles on East Alsea Highway, as services might be less frequent. The $18 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer. This route is a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach Springfield without needing an overnight stay.
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 45.4 miles from Waldport, OR, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Waldport, 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 Waldport, OR
This is one driving day of about 90.8 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Waldport, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on East Alsea Highway for about 38 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.4 mi from Waldport, OR · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.4 miles from Waldport, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, OR
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Springfield, 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
$18.09 one way
$36.18 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $19.14 | $38.29 |
| premium | $5.59 | $19.99 | $39.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.05 | $40.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.71 | $5.81 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Springfield, OR
Night in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
11:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°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
13 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
2h 19m 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 Waldport, OR to Springfield, OR covers 90.8 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Alsea Highway, South Fork Road, Highway 99S. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.4 miles from Waldport, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.09 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 2h 19m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Northwest Hemlock Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles (OR 501 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 71 miles (OR 99 / Ivy Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Waldport, OR to Springfield, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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