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 Springfield, OR
Drive Time
53m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yoncalla, OR
MÖV Frame
Springfield, OR
Nate Biddle
Trip Overview
Stretching 41.8 miles through the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, this trip from Yoncalla to Springfield is a quick, straightforward journey. You can easily complete the drive in 53 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel keeps your travel costs minimal for this short haul. Navigating via I-5, Elkhead Road, and Franklin Boulevard, you will find the route efficient and hassle-free. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of exploring, this drive provides a reliable connection between these two Oregon locales.
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
20.9 miles from Yoncalla, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 83% of this trip takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 34.6-mile stretch of the journey. The transition from the rural feel of Yoncalla to the urban infrastructure of Springfield is smoothed out by these high-speed lanes. While the drive is largely a consistent interstate grind, the shift to local roads like Franklin Boulevard as you approach your destination offers a change of pace. It is a functional, no-nonsense route designed to get you to your destination with speed and precision.
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 34.6 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 Springfield, OR is easy. At 53m with 83% 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 38.9 miles (OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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
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
4
38.9 mi into trip
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~47m in
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OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2
Take the exit onto OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2 toward OR 225: South Eugene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward OR 225: South Eugene
4
41.3 mi into trip
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~52m in
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OR 126 Business / South A Street
Enter roundabout onto OR 126 Business / South A Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
41.7 mi into trip
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~53m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 34.6 mi | 39m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| South A Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Scotts Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| CR 7 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 34.6 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yoncalla, OR and Springfield, OR.
1
Start on Alder Street
139 ft
·
8 sec
·
Alder Street
2
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
320 ft
·
10 sec
·
Applegate Avenue
3
Turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Eagle Valley Road
4
Turn left onto CR 7
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Elkhead Road
5
Turn slight right onto CR 7
460 ft
·
9 sec
·
CR 7
6
Continue on CR 8
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Scotts Valley Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
8
Merge onto I 5
35 mi
·
39 min
·
I 5
9
Take the exit onto OR 225
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2
Toward OR 225: South Eugene
10
Continue on Franklin Boulevard
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
11
Enter roundabout onto OR 126 Business
23 ft
·
0 sec
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South A Street
12
Continue on OR 126 Business
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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South A Street
13
Turn left onto OR 528
202 ft
·
5 sec
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Pioneer Parkway East
14
Arrive at destination
OR 528
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes less than an hour, you have maximum flexibility when planning your departure time. You can comfortably make the drive in one go without needing to schedule specific rest stops along the way. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of the mileage is concentrated on I-5, traffic flow on that artery will dictate your actual arrival time. Before you head out, verify your fuel levels, as the $8 estimated cost is based on standard consumption rates. Taking advantage of the short duration allows you to maximize your time in Springfield once you arrive.
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 20.9 miles from Yoncalla, OR, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 41.8 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.9 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
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 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 41.8 miles and 53m.
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 34.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from Yoncalla, OR · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Yoncalla, 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
$8.32 one way
$16.64 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $8.78 | $17.57 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.19 | $18.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.29 | $18.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
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
Springfield, OR
Afternoon in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Cottage Grove, OR
21 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
53m 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 Springfield, OR covers 41.8 miles and takes about 53m 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 20.9 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 $8.32 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 Springfield, OR is easy. At 53m with 83% 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 38.9 miles (OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Yoncalla, OR to Springfield, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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