This 93.2-mile drive from Newberg, Oregon to Springfield, Oregon is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 59 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-5, with some time on River Road Northeast and Northeast Saint Paul Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, this route offers a straightforward and efficient way to travel within the Pacific Coast region. The highway-focused profile suggests a direct journey with minimal detours. Given its short duration and focused road type, it's perfect for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Newberg, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
69.5 mi
1h 21m
River Road Northeast
16.4 mi
24m
Northeast Saint Paul Highway
2.2 mi
3m
East 1st Street
1 mi
2m
Pioneer Parkway West
1 mi
2m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
0.9 mi
1m
Main Street Northeast
0.7 mi
1m
Brooklake Road Northeast
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 69.5 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newberg, OR and Springfield, OR.
1
Start on OR 99W
0.4 mi·1 min·East 1st Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 219
0.7 mi·1 min·East 1st Street
3
Continue on OR 219
2.2 mi·3 min·Northeast Saint Paul Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on OR 219
4.2 mi·5 min·River Road Northeast
5
Continue on OR 219
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street Northeast
6
Continue on CR 36
7.5 mi·11 min·River Road Northeast
7
At end of road, turn right onto CR 36
4.7 mi·7 min·River Road Northeast
8
Turn left onto CR 609
0.7 mi·1 min·Brooklake Road Northeast
9
Take the ramp onto I 5
70 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 5
Toward I 5 South: SalemUse the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·52 sec
Exit 194AToward OR 126 East: Springfield
11
Merge onto I 105; OR 126
0.9 mi·1 min·Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward OR 528 South: Springfield City Center
13
Turn right onto OR 528
1.0 mi·2 min·Pioneer Parkway West
14
Continue on OR 528
175 ft·10 sec·South 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto OR 126 Business
337 ft·15 sec·South A Street
16
Turn left onto OR 528
202 ft·5 sec·Pioneer Parkway East
17
Arrive at destination
OR 528
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 59-minute drive, you have the advantage of flexibility. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any early rush hour traffic. With only 93.2 miles, you won't need extensive stops, but it's always wise to take a break during the 69.5-mile stretch on I-5. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between the main highway and local roads like River Road Northeast. The $19 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting your trip.
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 46.6 miles from Newberg, OR, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.5 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 21 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newberg, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Newberg, OR
This is one driving day of about 93.2 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Newberg, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 69.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 93.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|OR 99W / East 1st Street
Depart onto OR 99W / East 1st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
15.7 mi into trip|~24m in|CR 36 / River Road Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto CR 36 / River Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
6
21 mi into trip|~32m in|I 5
Take the ramp onto I 5 toward I 5 South: Salem
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
5
90.5 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward OR 126 East: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 194A
Toward OR 126 East: Springfield
5
93.2 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.57 one way
$37.13 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$19.65
$39.30
premium
$5.59
$20.52
$41.03
diesel
$5.61
$20.58
$41.15
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28
0
$9.79
$4.47
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.16
$3.73
EV Truck/SUV
37.3
0
$13.05
$5.96
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 14, 2026
Origin
Newberg, OR
Late night
in Newberg on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, OR
Late night
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°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
2 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
1h 59m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 76% of the 93.2 miles spent on I-5. You'll experience a longest stretch of 69.5 miles on this interstate, indicating a significant portion of the journey will be at higher speeds. While the majority is interstate, there are segments on River Road Northeast and Northeast Saint Paul Highway that may offer a slight change of pace before you merge back onto the main highway. Expect a consistent driving experience for much of the trip, characterized by efficient travel.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.5 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and River Road Northeast. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OR 99W / East 1st Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99W / East 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (CR 36 / River Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here.
Newberg is a city in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon. Often referred to as "the gateway to Oregon Wine Country", Newberg is a short drive from Portland and has a small, walkable old-town with retail, bars, restaurants, and wine tasting rooms.
The longest stretch is about 69.5 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: near the start (OR 99W / East 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (CR 36 / River Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (I 5): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, OR before heading back.
