Springfield, OR to Vernonia, OR is 146 miles and takes about 3h 4m via I 5 and OR 47, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, primarily traveling on Interstate 5 before transitioning to more local highways. Expect a straightforward drive that's well-suited for a single-day excursion. The relatively short duration and manageable distance make it an accessible option for a quick getaway.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73 miles from Springfield, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
97.5 mi
1h 54m
Northwest Sunset Highway
22.9 mi
31m
OR 47
14.4 mi
20m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
6.7 mi
9m
Pioneer Parkway East
1.1 mi
2m
OR 217
0.9 mi
2m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
0.5 mi
<1m
Maple Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 97.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Vernonia, 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
97 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 5
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 292AToward OR 217: Tigard, BeavertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto OR 217
6.7 mi·9 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto OR 217
0.9 mi·2 min·OR 217
Toward US 26 West
10
Merge onto US 26
23 mi·31 min·Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn slight right onto OR 47
14 mi·20 min·OR 47
Toward Vernonia, Clatskanie
12
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.2 mi·40 sec·Maple Street
13
Turn left onto Adams Avenue
309 ft·15 sec·Adams Avenue
14
Turn left onto OR 47
14 ft·0 sec·Bridge Street
15
Arrive at destination
OR 47
Trip Plan
Given this is a 1-day trip, leaving Springfield in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach Vernonia with flexibility. With a total duration of just over 3 hours, you can easily complete this drive without needing to split it. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $29, and plan for any necessary stops along I 5 before you head onto OR 47. The main roads are straightforward, so focus on enjoying the change of scenery as you move from the interstate to more rural Oregon.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Springfield, OR, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.5 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 32 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vernonia, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springfield, OR
This is one driving day of about 146 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Springfield, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 97.5 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 146 — 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
100 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
5
100.8 mi into trip|~2h in|OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge onto OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
108.4 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway
Merge onto US 26 / Northwest Sunset Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
146 mi into trip|~3h 4m in|OR 47 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto OR 47 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.09 one way
$58.17 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$30.78
$61.56
premium
$5.59
$32.14
$64.27
diesel
$5.61
$32.23
$64.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
22 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Pioneer Villa Truck Stop - Tesla Supercharger
Halsey, OR
Tesla
16 DCFC
Holiday Inn Eugene - Springfield - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.8
0
$15.33
$7.01
Efficient EV
36.5
0
$12.77
$5.84
EV Truck/SUV
58.4
0
$20.44
$9.34
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Springfield, OR
Night
in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
10:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Vernonia, OR
Night
in Vernonia on Saturday
Local time
10:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
67°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
26 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
3h 4m 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 83% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest stretch on a single highway is 97.5 miles on I 5. You'll transition from the interstate to surface roads around mile 120. Expect typical interstate merging and dense exits early on, followed by more rural cruising as you move toward your destination.
83% 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: 97.5 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Northwest Sunset Highway. You will hit about 13 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 146 miles you will encounter 13 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 100 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.8 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Springfield, OR and Vernonia, OR, road signs point toward Beaverton and Clatskanie.
Beaverton
100 mi in|~1h 59m
Clatskanie
131.3 mi in|~2h 43m|via OR 47
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 146 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.5 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Vernonia, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 100 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.8 miles (OR 217 / Beaverton-Tigard Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Vernonia, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
