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Trip from Damascus, 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

2h 22m

Distance

115.1 mi

185 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 13m ★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Damascus, OR

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Downtown Eugene, OR, OR

Eugene, OR

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Trip Overview

Spanning 115.3 miles across Oregon, this drive from Damascus to Eugene is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate via Highway 212, I-205 South, and I-5 South, keeping your fuel budget at approximately $23. Both the origin and destination are located within the Pacific Coast region, ensuring a consistent climate throughout your travel. Whether you are heading south for business or a quick getaway, this route provides a direct link between the two areas.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

57.6 miles from Damascus, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 93.7 mi 1h 49m
I 205 11.3 mi 14m
Southeast Highway 212 5.8 mi 10m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway 1 mi 1m
Coburg Road 0.8 mi 2m
Mill Street 0.2 mi <1m
High Street <0.1 mi <1m
East 8th Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 93.7 mi, about 1h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Damascus, OR and Eugene, OR.

1

Start on OR 212

5.8 mi · 10 min · Southeast Highway 212
Use the left lane.
2

Turn left

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City Use the left lane.
3

Merge onto I 205; OR 213

11 mi · 14 min · I 205; OR 213
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight left at fork

508 ft · 6 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on this road

0.9 mi · 1 min · this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
6

Merge onto I 5

94 mi · 1 hr 49 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 105, OR 126 West: Eugene
8

Merge onto I 105; OR 126

1.0 mi · 1 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
9

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 12 sec
Exit 2 Toward Downtown, Coburg Road
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward Downtown, University of Oregon
11

Continue on Coburg Road

0.8 mi · 2 min · Coburg Road
12

Continue on Mill Street

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Mill Street
13

Turn slight right onto Broadway Connector

167 ft · 8 sec · Broadway Connector
14

Turn right onto East Broadway

275 ft · 15 sec · East Broadway
15

Turn right onto High Street

400 ft · 21 sec · High Street
16

Turn right onto East 8th Avenue

348 ft · 16 sec · East 8th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn left onto Mill Street

418 ft · 22 sec · Mill Street
18

Arrive at destination

Coburg Road
Toward Springfield

Trip Plan

Since this is a sub-two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-5 South is always a smart move. Because the entire drive is roughly 115 miles, you can easily complete it without any scheduled stops, though you may want to keep your fuel gauge in mind to stay within your $23 budget. Take advantage of the short duration to plan your arrival in Eugene exactly when you need to be there. One specific tip for this route: pay close attention to the transition from Highway 212 to the interstate system early in the drive, as the shift from local roads to higher-speed traffic happens quickly. Keeping your pace steady will make the journey feel much more manageable.

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 57.6 miles from Damascus, OR, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.7 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 25 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 57.6 miles or 1h 12m 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 55m

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 Damascus, 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 Damascus, OR

This is one driving day of about 115.1 miles and 2h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Damascus, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 93.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Marion County, Oregon, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Woodburn, OR

58 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

King City, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Salem, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57.6 miles from Damascus, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Mandy's Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Eugene, Oregon

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.1

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15416540382

Visit website

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Woodburn, Oregon

1.1 mi

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, Oregon

1 mi

Mandy's Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15416540382

Visit website

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 32.9

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15418129220

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+15419266717

Visit website

The Manila Fiesta

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 49.3

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 2–7 pm

+19713325578

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15419265755

Visit website

Gubanc's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 16.4

Lake Oswego, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15036352102

Visit website

Vault 244

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Expensive mile 74

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417919511

Visit website

Morse Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 16.4

Lake Oswego, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Chargepoint Charging Staion

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Flying J Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

TA

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

French Prairie Rest Area - Northbound

0.1 mi from route

French Prairie Rest Area - Southbound

0.1 mi from route

Santiam River Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.2 mi from route

Oak Grove Rest Area Northbound

0.2 mi from route

Oak Grove Rest Area Southbound

0.2 mi from route

TA

0.3 mi from route

EZ Trip Travel Center

0.3 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.4 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.2 mi from route

Shelton McMurphey Johnson House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+15414840808

Visit website

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15413463024

Visit website

Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15414845307

Visit website

Adventure! Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–6:30 pm

+15416539629

Visit website

Lane County History Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15416824242

Visit website

Amazon Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 115.1

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15416824800

Visit website

OSH Museum of Mental Health

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 49.3

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 12–4 pm

+19715991674

Visit website

Legion Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 32.9

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15039825240

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 115 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
5.8 mi into trip | ~10m in

Turn left toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City
7
17.5 mi into trip | ~25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Salem

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 5 South: Salem
6
113.5 mi into trip | ~2h 18m 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
113.6 mi into trip | ~2h 18m 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
115 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in | East 8th Avenue

Turn right onto East 8th Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.93 one way

$45.86 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $24.27 $48.53
premium $5.59 $25.34 $50.67
diesel $5.61 $25.41 $50.83

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.5 0 $12.09 $5.52
Efficient EV 28.8 0 $10.07 $4.60
EV Truck/SUV 46 0 $16.11 $7.37

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Damascus, OR

Evening in Damascus on Saturday

Local time

7:44 PM

PDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Eugene, OR

Evening in Eugene on Saturday

Local time

7:44 PM

PDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

26 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

2h 22m 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 as you transition between your starting point and the main arteries. While you will eventually merge onto I-205 South and I-5 South for the bulk of your travel, the route maintains a practical, functional feel rather than a scenic highway cruise. There is no significant highway percentage to note, as the character of the road shifts frequently between local roads and interstate driving. You won't face any massive, uninterrupted stretches of monotonous pavement here, as the frequent turns keep you engaged behind the wheel. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience that requires your full attention compared to a standard, straight-line freeway commute.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.7 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 115.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.5 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 2h 22m. Total distance: 115.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 93.7 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 13 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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.5 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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