Origin
Albany, OR
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, OR to Springfield, 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
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
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 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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Springfield, OR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 44.3-mile drive from Albany to Springfield, Oregon, can be completed in about 56 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. Primarily utilizing I-5, with brief segments on Pioneer Parkway West and Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway, this route stays within the Pacific Coast region of Oregon. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, reflecting the 90% highway-focused nature of the journey. With no designated stops in the data, this trip is best suited for those looking for an efficient transit between two points rather than an extended scenic exploration. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 39 mi | 45m |
| Pioneer Parkway West | 1 mi | 2m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Santiam Highway Southeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Santiam Road Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 9th Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Geary Street Southeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 39 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, OR and Springfield, 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
·
45 min
·
I 5
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 194A
Toward OR 126 East: Springfield
13
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward OR 528 South: Springfield City Center
15
Turn right onto OR 528
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Pioneer Parkway West
16
Continue on OR 528
175 ft
·
10 sec
·
South 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto OR 126 Business
337 ft
·
15 sec
·
South A Street
18
Turn left onto OR 528
202 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pioneer Parkway East
19
Arrive at destination
OR 528
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 44.2 — 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
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Geary Street Southeast
Turn right onto Geary Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
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
5
41.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward OR 126 East: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 194A
Toward OR 126 East: Springfield
5
44.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Navigation decision point
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
Springfield, OR
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Harrisburg, OR
22 mi in
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
5 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 highway-dominant experience on this journey, with 90% of the drive taking place on major roadways like I-5. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 39 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace for most of the trip. While the route is largely a highway-focused drive, you'll encounter Pioneer Parkway West and Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway, which may offer slight variations in the driving experience before merging back onto the interstate. This profile suggests a drive characterized by speed and directness, with limited opportunities for spontaneous scenic detours off the main path.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Pioneer Parkway West. You will hit about 11 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
5/10
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 11 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 1.2 miles (Geary Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point.
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 (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.2 miles (Geary Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 20; OR 99E / 9th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, 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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