Origin
Albany, OR
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, OR to Eugene, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
44.3 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, OR
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Eugene, OR
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Albany and Eugene, this 44.4-mile trek is a straightforward journey that takes roughly 48 minutes to complete. Because the trip is short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $9 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for local travel within the Pacific Coast region. The route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstate highways, keeping you off the main freeways. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this drive offers a simple, no-fuss connection between these two cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 38.7 mi | 44m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Coburg Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Santiam Highway Southeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Santiam Road Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Mill Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 9th Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 38.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and Eugene, OR.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue Southwest
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto Main Street Southeast
222 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
3
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
113 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
4
Continue on Main Street Southeast
224 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Southeast
5
Turn straight onto Santiam Road Southeast
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Santiam Road Southeast
6
Turn right onto Geary Street Southeast
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Geary Street Southeast
7
Turn left onto US 20; OR 99E
106 ft
·
2 sec
·
9th Avenue Southeast
8
Continue on US 20
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
9th Avenue Southeast
9
Turn straight onto US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Santiam Highway Southeast
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
11
Merge onto I 5
39 mi
·
44 min
·
I 5
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 105, OR 126 West: Eugene
13
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 2
Toward Downtown, Coburg Road
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Downtown, University of Oregon
16
Continue on Coburg Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Coburg Road
17
Continue on Mill Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mill Street
18
Turn slight right onto Broadway Connector
167 ft
·
8 sec
·
Broadway Connector
19
Turn right onto East Broadway
275 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Broadway
20
Turn right onto High Street
400 ft
·
21 sec
·
High Street
21
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
348 ft
·
16 sec
·
East 8th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto Mill Street
418 ft
·
22 sec
·
Mill Street
23
Arrive at destination
Coburg Road
Toward Springfield
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Albany, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 44.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Main Street Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
6
42.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Coburg Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Downtown, Coburg Road
6
42.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown, University of Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Downtown, University of Oregon
7
44.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
East 8th Avenue
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.83 one way
$17.65 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.75 | $19.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
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
Late night in Eugene on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate via Main Street Southeast, Santiam Road Southeast, and Geary Street Southeast to reach your destination. Because the entire 44.4-mile distance is comprised of local roads, the drive requires consistent attention at the wheel. There are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, so you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace. The experience is defined by the feel of local city streets, providing a direct link between Albany and Eugene without the typical drone of a major expressway.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.7 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Main Street Southeast.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Main Street Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 42.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 44.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.7 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Eugene, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Main Street Southeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 42.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Eugene, OR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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