Origin
Eugene, OR
Evening in Eugene on Saturday
Local time
7:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eugene, OR to Bethany, 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 20m
Distance
114 mi
184 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 14m
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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Bethany, OR
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Trip Overview
Eugene to Bethany is 114 miles and takes about 2 hours 20 minutes via I 5, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route is a straightforward drive within the Pacific Coast region, moving from the southern part of Oregon to the northern part. It's a predominantly highway-focused trip, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. Given its relatively short duration and highway nature, this is an ideal same-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57 miles from Eugene, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 97.5 mi | 1h 54m |
| Beaverton-Tigard Freeway | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Northwest Sunset Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 185th Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| OR 217 | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Coburg Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 97.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eugene, OR and Bethany, OR.
1
Start on Coburg Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Coburg Road
Toward Springfield
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 105 East: Springfield, Portland
3
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5 North: Portland
5
Merge onto I 5
97 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 5
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto OR 217
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto OR 217
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
OR 217
Toward US 26 West
9
Merge onto US 26
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 64
Toward 185th Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
235 ft
·
5 sec
Toward P.C.C. - Rock Creek
12
Turn slight right onto Northwest 185th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 185th Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Northwest 185th Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over 2 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You can afford to leave when you're ready, though an early start will give you more flexibility upon arrival. Given the highway focus and the longest stretch being 97.5 miles, plan for one fuel and rest stop around the halfway point to break up the drive. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the Portland metropolitan area, especially if traveling during peak hours.
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 miles from Eugene, OR, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.5 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57 miles or 1h 9m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethany, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 114 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Eugene, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 97.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57 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 97.5 miles.
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 2.9 and 113 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
100.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
5
101.1 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
112.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward 185th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 64
Toward 185th Avenue
6
113 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward P.C.C. - Rock Creek
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward P.C.C. - Rock Creek
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.71 one way
$45.42 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $24.03 | $48.07 |
| premium | $5.59 | $25.09 | $50.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.17 | $50.34 |
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: 39.9 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 | 34.2 | 0 | $11.97 | $5.47 |
| Efficient EV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.96 | $7.30 |
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.
Destination
Bethany, OR
Evening in Bethany on Saturday
Local time
7:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°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
1 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
2h 20m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the 114 miles spent on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 97.5 miles on I 5, which means consistent speed and minimal interruptions. The route primarily utilizes I 5, the Beaverton-Tigard Freeway, and Northwest Sunset Highway, keeping you on well-maintained, high-speed roads for most of the trip. Expect a steady pace rather than winding scenic byways.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 97.5 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near I 5.
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 11 significant decision points across 114 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 2.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.1 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Eugene, OR to Bethany, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.
Beaverton
100.4 mi in
|
~1h 59m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 114 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.5 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Bethany, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.1 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bethany, 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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