Origin
Yoncalla, OR
Afternoon in Yoncalla on Sunday
Local time
4:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yoncalla, OR to Eugene, OR
Drive Time
56m
Distance
43.9 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yoncalla, OR
MÖV Frame
Eugene, OR
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Yoncalla and Eugene covers 43.9 miles and typically takes about 56 minutes. This straightforward journey stays within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $9 on fuel for the one-way trip. Because this is a short, highway-focused drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. It serves as a practical connection between these two points, allowing you to easily complete the trek in a single morning or afternoon.
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
21.9 miles from Yoncalla, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive dominated by highway travel, which accounts for 86% of your time on the road. You will spend the vast majority of your journey, specifically 37.2 miles, cruising along I-5. The route transitions from local paths like Elkhead Road onto the interstate, eventually finishing via Franklin Boulevard as you enter Eugene. While the experience is mostly a fast-paced interstate grind, it offers a consistent and efficient rhythm for the driver. You won't find many technical twists here, as the focus is squarely on getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 37.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Elkhead Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Applegate Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Yoncalla, OR to Eugene, OR is easy. At 56m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 7 / Elkhead Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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Applegate Avenue
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road
Turn right onto OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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CR 7 / Elkhead Road
Turn left onto CR 7 / Elkhead Road
Navigation decision point
3
4.3 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
41.5 mi into trip
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~51m in
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OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard
Take the exit onto OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University of Oregon, Downtown Eugene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 37.2 mi | 43m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Pacific Highway West #1W (91) Roadway #2 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| I-5 North Franklin Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Scotts Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Broadway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 37.2 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yoncalla, OR and Eugene, OR.
1
Start on Alder Street
139 ft
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8 sec
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Alder Street
2
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
320 ft
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10 sec
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Applegate Avenue
3
Turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi
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47 sec
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Eagle Valley Road
4
Turn left onto CR 7
3.3 mi
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5 min
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Elkhead Road
5
Turn slight right onto CR 7
460 ft
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9 sec
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CR 7
6
Continue on CR 8
0.3 mi
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36 sec
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Scotts Valley Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
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21 sec
8
Merge onto I 5
37 mi
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43 min
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I 5
9
Take the exit onto OR 99
0.4 mi
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39 sec
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I-5 North Franklin Boulevard
Toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University of Oregon, Downtown Eugene
10
Continue on OR 99
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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Pacific Highway West #1W (91) Roadway #2
11
Turn straight onto OR 99
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Franklin Boulevard
12
Continue on OR 99
0.3 mi
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36 sec
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East Broadway
13
Turn straight onto Mill Street
0.2 mi
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38 sec
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Mill Street
14
Arrive at destination
Coburg Road
Toward Springfield
Trip Plan
Since this 56-minute drive is quite short, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever works best for your schedule. There are no mandatory stops required for a trip of this length, so you can easily power through the entire 43.9-mile stretch without needing a break. Keep your fuel budget of $9 in mind, though filling up before you leave Yoncalla is a smart way to simplify your arrival in Eugene. Pay close attention to traffic patterns as you transition from I-5 onto Franklin Boulevard, as the flow of vehicles often shifts significantly as you approach the city center.
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 21.9 miles from Yoncalla, OR, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.2 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 43.9 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.9 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eugene, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yoncalla, 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 Yoncalla, OR
This is one driving day of about 43.9 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yoncalla, 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 37.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.9 mi from Yoncalla, OR · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.9 miles from Yoncalla, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eugene, OR
The final approach into Eugene, 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 Eugene, 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
$8.74 one way
$17.47 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $9.23 | $18.45 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.66 | $19.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.75 | $19.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
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
Eugene, OR
Afternoon in Eugene on Sunday
Local time
4:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Cottage Grove, OR
22 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m 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 Yoncalla, OR to Eugene, OR covers 43.9 miles and takes about 56m 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 21.9 miles from Yoncalla, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.74 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.
The drive from Yoncalla, OR to Eugene, OR is easy. At 56m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 7 / Elkhead Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Yoncalla, OR to Eugene, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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