Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
41.3 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Finn Rock, OR
Santiago Balbuena
Eugene, OR
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This 41.3-mile drive from Finn Rock to Eugene, Oregon, can easily be completed in about 1 hour, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on roads like the McKenzie Highway, Camp Creek Road, and Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this route offers a convenient and budget-friendly option for exploring the Pacific Coast region. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more intimate local experience rather than a high-speed transit. Since it's a short journey, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| McKenzie Highway | 25.1 mi | 34m |
| Camp Creek Road | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Coburg Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Marcola Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 42nd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 42nd Street Connection #3 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Finn Rock, OR and Eugene, OR.
Start on OR 126
Turn right onto Camp Creek Road
Turn left onto Marcola Road
Turn left onto 42nd Street
Take the ramp onto 42nd Street Connection #3
Merge onto OR 126
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on Coburg Road
Continue on Mill Street
Turn slight right onto Broadway Connector
Turn right onto East Broadway
Turn right onto High Street
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Turn left onto Mill Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Finn Rock, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 33.5 and 41.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Marcola Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto 42nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Downtown, Coburg Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown, University of Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.23 one way
$16.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.71 | $17.41 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.09 | $18.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Night in Finn Rock on Saturday
Local time
11:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Sunny
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 12:44PM MDT until April 18 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Destination
Night in Eugene on Saturday
Local time
11:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Sunny
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 12:44PM MDT until April 18 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
41°F
Springfield, OR
21 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 41.3-mile route. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including portions of the McKenzie Highway and Camp Creek Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.1 miles on the McKenzie Highway. This suggests the drive will involve consistent engagement with the road, requiring your attention as you transition between different segments. The character is likely one of varied scenery and frequent adjustments rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 33.5 miles in near Marcola Road.
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 41.3 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 33.5 miles (Marcola Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.2 miles (42nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
40 ft
Total Descent
610 ft
Highest Point
999 ft
Elevation Range
569 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 41.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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