Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 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.
Springfield, OR
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Yoncalla, OR
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If you are looking for a quick transition between Springfield and Yoncalla, this 41.8-mile journey is an ideal day trip. Expect to spend about 54 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection within the Pacific Coast region. Budget approximately $8 for fuel to cover the distance, which is manageable for a casual morning or afternoon outing. Because the drive is short, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a straightforward link between the two Oregon towns, focusing on utility and speed rather than a lengthy excursion.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 34.6 mi | 39m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| McVay Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| McVey Highway #225 Roadway #1 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Anlauf Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OR and Yoncalla, OR.
Start on OR 528
Turn left onto A Street
Turn left onto OR 528
Turn right onto OR 126 Business
Enter roundabout onto OR 225
Continue on OR 225
Continue on OR 225
Take the ramp onto OR 225
Merge onto I 5; OR 99
Take the exit
Turn left onto CR 25
Continue on CR 7
At end of road, turn right onto OR 99
Turn left onto Third Street
Turn right onto Alder 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.9 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 41.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto A Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto OR 126 Business / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Scotts Valley, Elkhead
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Third Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Alder Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$8.33 one way
$16.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.81 | $17.63 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
7:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Yoncalla on Saturday
Local time
7:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
39°F
Cottage Grove, 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
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 trip is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 34.6-mile stretch of uninterrupted driving. Starting on Franklin Boulevard, you will quickly transition into the interstate grind that defines the bulk of this route. The final leg shifts away from the high-speed lanes as you navigate onto Elkhead Road to reach your destination. Expect a steady, predictable pace that prioritizes directness over technical backroads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Elkhead Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near A Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (A Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (OR 126 Business / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
377 ft
Total Descent
467 ft
Highest Point
685 ft
~20.9 mi in
Elevation Range
317 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Springfield, OR and Yoncalla, OR, road signs point toward Scotts Valley and Elkhead.
Scotts Valley
Elkhead
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 41.8 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 (83%). Straightforward navigation.
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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