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Trip from Eugene, OR to Sutherlin, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 14m

Distance

59.9 mi

96 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min
4 AM
1h 9m ★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m

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

Downtown Eugene, OR, OR

Eugene, OR

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city in Oregon, USA

Sutherlin, OR

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Eugene to Sutherlin covers 59.9 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. This straightforward trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, making it an efficient day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the journey. Because the route is highly concentrated on major thoroughfares, it is a practical choice for commuters or travelers looking to move quickly between these two Oregon points. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this drive offers a reliable and predictable path through the state.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 53 mi 1h 1m
OR 99 4.2 mi 7m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway 0.8 mi 1m
Coburg Road 0.7 mi 1m
East Central Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 53 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eugene, OR and Sutherlin, 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

0.8 mi · 1 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
4

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 4A Toward I 5 South: Roseburg
5

Merge onto I 5

53 mi · 1 hr 1 min · I 5
6

Take the exit onto OR 99

4.2 mi · 7 min · OR 99
Toward OR 99: Oakland
7

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

233 ft · 9 sec · East Central Avenue
8

Arrive at destination

East Central Avenue

Where to Stop

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

city in Oregon, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Drain, OR

30 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

Creswell, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cottage Grove, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Eugene, 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 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 59.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 105 East: Springfield, Portland

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 105 East: Springfield, Portland
3
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 105; OR 126 / Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 105; OR 126 / Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
1.9 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the exit toward I 5 South: Roseburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 4A Toward I 5 South: Roseburg
4
55.6 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in | OR 99

Take the exit onto OR 99 toward OR 99: Oakland

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward OR 99: Oakland
4
59.8 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | East Central Avenue

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.93 one way

$23.87 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $12.63 $25.26
premium $5.59 $13.19 $26.37
diesel $5.61 $13.23 $26.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$12

Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 18 0 $6.29 $2.88
Efficient EV 15 0 $5.24 $2.40
EV Truck/SUV 24 0 $8.39 $3.83

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Eugene, OR

Late night in Eugene on Sunday

Local time

12:41 AM

PDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Sutherlin, OR

Late night in Sutherlin on Sunday

Local time

12:41 AM

PDT

Current temp

64°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

22 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

1h 14m 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-focused experience, as 96% of this route is comprised of major roads including I-5 and the Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway. You will spend the vast majority of your time on a 53-mile stretch of I-5, which defines the personality of this drive as a high-speed, direct transit. While you will briefly navigate OR 99, the overall character of the journey remains consistent and efficient. It is a no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and connectivity over winding backroads or technical maneuvers. Behind the wheel, you will find a steady, interstate-heavy rhythm that allows for easy cruising.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and OR 99. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Eugene, OR to Sutherlin, OR is easy. At 1h 14m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 105; OR 126 / Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 53 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: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 105; OR 126 / Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sutherlin, 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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