Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
37.9 mi
61 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical 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.
Springfield, OR
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Finn Rock, OR
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Springfield, OR to Finn Rock, OR is 37.9 miles and takes about 54 minutes via McKenzie Highway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Oregon's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward drive. Expect a turn-heavy local feel for the majority of this journey. With a recommended single day for completion, this route is ideal for a quick excursion.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| McKenzie Highway | 29 mi | 40m |
| Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Pioneer Parkway East | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Finn Rock, OR.
Start on OR 528
Take the ramp
Merge onto OR 126
Turn left onto OR 126
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 126
Continue on OR 126
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 37.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Springfield, 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.
4 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 6.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward McKenzie Highway, Bend
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto OR 126 / Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
Turn left onto OR 126 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 126 / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.55 one way
$15.10 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.34 | $16.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
2:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°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
Destination
Late night in Finn Rock on Tuesday
Local time
2:25 AM
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
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
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.
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns rather than cruising on a straight path. The highway share is relatively low at 3%, indicating that most of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 29 miles along McKenzie Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent driving before more turns commence. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with frequent adjustments.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, OR to Finn Rock, OR is easy. At 54m with 3% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles (OR 126 / Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 6.3 miles (OR 126 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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 54m. Total distance: 37.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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