Origin
Yoncalla, OR
Afternoon in Yoncalla on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yoncalla, OR to Salem, OR
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
106.7 mi
172 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 2m
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6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yoncalla, OR
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Salem, OR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 106.7 miles from Yoncalla to Salem, expect a straightforward journey that takes roughly 2 hours and 11 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, as the distance is manageable without the need for an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of about $21 to cover the total mileage. Both the starting point and destination are situated within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, keeping the environmental feel consistent throughout your transit. Since this is a highway-focused drive, it serves as an efficient connector for commuters or travelers looking to move quickly between these two points.
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
53.4 miles from Yoncalla, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed transit experience, as 93% of your journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 98.5 miles—cruising along the I-5 corridor. The drive begins with a short transition via Elkhead Road before you merge onto the interstate for the primary stretch. Once you reach the outskirts of your destination, you will transition off the interstate onto Mission Street Southeast to complete the final leg. The road’s personality is defined by consistent, fast-paced travel rather than winding, technical maneuvers, making it a predictable and reliable route for your schedule.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 98.5 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 early in the drive near Applegate Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 11m 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 (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.8 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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Applegate Avenue
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
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. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
102.8 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Be...
5
103 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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OR 22; OR 99E Bus / North Santiam Highway
Turn left onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus / North Santiam Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
106.2 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
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Church Street Southeast
Turn right onto Church Street Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 98.5 mi | 1h 54m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Mission Street Southeast | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Santiam Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Scotts Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Church Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Pringle Parkway Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 98.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yoncalla, OR and Salem, OR.
1
Start on Alder Street
139 ft
·
8 sec
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Alder Street
2
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
320 ft
·
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
·
5 min
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Elkhead Road
5
Turn slight right onto CR 7
460 ft
·
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
·
21 sec
8
Merge onto I 5
98 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
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I 5
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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47 sec
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
10
Turn left onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
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North Santiam Highway
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on OR 22; OR 99E Bus
1.7 mi
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3 min
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Mission Street Southeast
Use the none lane.
12
Turn slight right onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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OR 22; OR 99E Bus
Toward OR 22
13
Take the exit onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Bellevue Street Southeast
14
Continue on OR 22; OR 99E Bus
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
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Pringle Parkway Southeast
15
Turn right onto Church Street Southeast
379 ft
·
14 sec
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Church Street Southeast
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on Church Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Church Street Northeast
Use the none lane.
17
Turn left onto Marion Street Northeast
446 ft
·
22 sec
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Marion Street Northeast
18
Turn left onto High Street Northeast
382 ft
·
10 sec
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High Street Northeast
19
Arrive at destination
High Street Northeast
Trip Plan
Because this route is highly efficient with zero mandatory stops, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your 2-hour and 11-minute drive remains smooth and uninterrupted by heavy traffic. Since the trip is relatively short, you do not need to over-plan for long-haul fatigue, but keeping your fuel tank in mind before hitting the 98.5-mile I-5 stretch is always a smart move. Given the lack of required stops, use the time you save to enjoy a more relaxed arrival in Salem. If you are prone to boredom on long interstate stretches, prepare a playlist or podcast ahead of time to keep your focus sharp during the long, consistent miles on I-5.
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 53.4 miles from Yoncalla, OR, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.5 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.4 miles or 1h 4m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salem, 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 106.7 miles and 2h 11m.
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 98.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.4 mi from Yoncalla, OR · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.4 miles from Yoncalla, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.5 miles.
Arriving in Salem, OR
The final approach into Salem, 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 Salem, 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
$21.23 one way
$42.47 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $22.42 | $44.85 |
| premium | $5.59 | $23.47 | $46.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.71 | $47.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.20 | $5.12 |
| Efficient EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.94 | $6.83 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Salem, OR
Afternoon in Salem on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
56°F
Springfield, OR
53 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
20 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
2h 11m 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 Salem, OR covers 106.7 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Elkhead Road, Mission Street Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.4 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 $21.23 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 11m 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 (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Yoncalla, OR to Salem, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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