Origin
Eugene, OR
Late night in Eugene on Tuesday
Local time
1:08 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
103.7 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eugene, OR
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Beavercreek, OR
Justin Warren
Eugene to Beavercreek is 103.7 miles and takes about 2 hours 12 minutes via I 5 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day trip stays within Oregon, moving from the Pacific Coast region towards another Pacific Coast locale. Expect a drive that's mostly on the interstate, offering a straightforward path between these two points. It's a practical option if you're looking for an efficient journey without extensive detours, suitable for a quick trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.9 miles from Eugene, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 84.2 mi | 1h 38m |
| South New Era Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| South Leland Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Ehlen Road Northeast | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Pacific Highway East | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Highway 99E | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Pacific Highway East | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Eugene, OR and Beavercreek, OR.
Start on Coburg Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
Take the exit
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit onto I 5
Turn right onto CR 96
Turn left onto OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Continue on OR 99E
Turn right onto South Haines Road
Turn left onto South New Era Road
Continue on South New Era Road
Turn right onto South Leland Road
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 12 minutes, this trip is best suited for a single day. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by midday, leaving plenty of time for activities upon arrival. The longest stretch on I 5 means you can cover a good distance efficiently, but be mindful of fuel. Since it's a 103.7-mile drive with an estimated fuel cost of $21, it's wise to ensure you have a full tank before leaving Eugene, as dedicated services might be spaced out on the local road sections. Plan for one main stop to break up the longest interstate segment if needed.
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.
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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beavercreek, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Eugene, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Eugene, OR
This is one driving day of about 103.7 miles and 2h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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.
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 51.9 miles from Eugene, 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 84.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 89.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 105 East: Springfield, Portland
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 5 toward Donald, Aurora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto CR 96 / Ehlen Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto OR 99E / Pacific Highway East
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$20.66 one way
$41.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $21.86 | $43.73 |
| premium | $5.59 | $22.83 | $45.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.90 | $45.79 |
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: 36.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.89 | $4.98 |
| Efficient EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.52 | $6.64 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Eugene on Tuesday
Local time
1:08 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Beavercreek on Tuesday
Local time
1:08 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the journey taking place on major highways like I 5. You'll experience a significant stretch of 84.2 miles on I 5, which provides a consistent and faster pace. As you transition off the interstate onto South New Era Road and South Leland Road, the character of the drive will shift slightly, offering a change from the high-speed freeway environment. Be prepared for this blend of interstate travel and more local road segments as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and South New Era Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 12m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.7 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Eugene, OR and Beavercreek, OR, road signs point toward Donald and Aurora.
Donald
Aurora
Eugene (population 173,000 in 2019) is a city in Oregon at the southern end of the Willamette Valley near the confluence of the Mckenzie and Willamette rivers. It is best known for being the home of the University of Oregon.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 103.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
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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