Springfield, OR to Tualatin, OR is 98.4 miles and takes about 1h 58m via I 5, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oregon, traveling from the Pacific Coast region to the same region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that’s ideal for a single day of travel. You’ll primarily be on Interstate 5, making it a convenient option for getting between these two points without much fuss. The drive is short enough that you can easily depart in the morning and arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.2 miles from Springfield, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
94.8 mi
1h 50m
Pioneer Parkway East
1.1 mi
2m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
0.5 mi
<1m
Southwest Nyberg Street
0.4 mi
1m
Q Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest Boones Ferry Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest Martinazzi Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
West Q Street Ramp
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 94.8 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Tualatin, OR.
1
Start on OR 528
1.1 mi·2 min·Pioneer Parkway East
2
Turn left onto Q Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·Q Street
3
Take the ramp onto West Q Street Ramp
0.1 mi·15 sec·West Q Street Ramp
4
Merge onto OR 126
0.5 mi·39 sec·Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 5 North: Portland
6
Merge onto I 5
95 mi·1 hr 50 min·I 5
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 289Toward Nyberg Street, Tualatin-Sherwood RoadUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
203 ft·7 sec
Toward City Center, Sherwood
9
Turn left onto Southwest Nyberg Street
0.3 mi·43 sec·Southwest Nyberg Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on Southwest Nyberg Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·Southwest Nyberg Street
11
Turn right onto Southwest Martinazzi Avenue
0.1 mi·35 sec·Southwest Martinazzi Avenue
Use the right lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto Southwest Boones Ferry Road
0.2 mi·33 sec·Southwest Boones Ferry Road
13
Turn left onto Southwest 84th Avenue
100 ft·4 sec·Southwest 84th Avenue
14
Turn right
195 ft·14 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 2 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for a flexible departure time. You won't need to plan for overnight stays. The fuel cost is estimated at $20, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off. Since the longest stretch is 94.8 miles on I 5, consider making a quick stop for a stretch or a snack before you embark on that long segment to break up the drive. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach the Portland metro area, as delays can occur on I 5.
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 49.2 miles from Springfield, OR, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.8 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.2 miles or 59m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tualatin, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springfield, OR
This is one driving day of about 98.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Springfield, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 94.8 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 98.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.5 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
97.3 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward Nyberg Street, Tualatin-Sherwood Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 289
Toward Nyberg Street, Tualatin-Sherwood Road
7
97.6 mi into trip|~1h 56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward City Center, Sherwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward City Center, Sherwood
6
98 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|Southwest Martinazzi Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Martinazzi Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
98.1 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|Southwest Boones Ferry Road
At end of road, turn left onto Southwest Boones Ferry Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.60 one way
$39.21 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$20.75
$41.49
premium
$5.59
$21.66
$43.32
diesel
$5.61
$21.73
$43.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.5
0
$10.33
$4.72
Efficient EV
24.6
0
$8.61
$3.94
EV Truck/SUV
39.4
0
$13.78
$6.30
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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 19, 2026
Origin
Springfield, OR
Late night
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
1:46 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tualatin, OR
Late night
in Tualatin on Tuesday
Local time
1:46 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Salem, OR
49 mi in
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
4 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 58m 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?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on I 5, experiencing a long, uninterrupted stretch of 94.8 miles. This means you can expect consistent speeds and a direct path. While the primary roads include Pioneer Parkway East and Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway, these serve as connectors to the main artery of I 5. The character of the drive is predominantly one of efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.8 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Pioneer Parkway East. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near I 5.
Driving Effort6/10
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 98.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 98.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.8 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Tualatin, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 2.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tualatin, OR before heading back.
