Origin
Sutherlin, OR
Late night in Sutherlin on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sutherlin, OR to Eugene, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
58.3 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sutherlin, OR
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Eugene, OR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Sutherlin to Eugene, you are looking at a straightforward 58.3-mile journey through Oregon’s Pacific Coast region. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics, as the route is short enough to complete in a single sitting. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for the duration of the trip. Since both your start and end points are located within the Pacific Coast region, you can expect a consistent atmosphere throughout your time on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OR 99 | 52.2 mi | 1h |
| Old Highway 99 North | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Oakland-Shady Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pacific Highway West #1W (91) Roadway #2 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| I-5 North Franklin Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North 1st Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OR 99
— 52.2 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sutherlin, OR and Eugene, OR.
1
Start on East Central Avenue
233 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Central Avenue
2
Turn right onto OR 99
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
3
Continue on OR 99
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Highway 99 North
4
Continue on OR 99
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Front Street
5
Continue on OR 99
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North 1st Street
6
Continue on OR 99
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Oakland-Shady Highway
7
Take the ramp onto OR 99
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
OR 99
8
Take the exit onto OR 99
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
I-5 North Franklin Boulevard
Toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University of Oregon, Downtown Eugene
9
Continue on OR 99
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Pacific Highway West #1W (91) Roadway #2
10
Turn straight onto OR 99
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
11
Continue on OR 99
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Broadway
12
Turn straight onto Mill Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Mill Street
13
Arrive at destination
Coburg Road
Toward Springfield
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Sutherlin, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 55.9 — 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 99 / North State Street
Turn right onto OR 99 / North State Street
Navigation decision point
5
55.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard
Take the exit onto OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University of Oregon, Downtown Eugene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward OR 99, OR 126 Business West: University...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.61 one way
$23.23 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $12.29 | $24.58 |
| premium | $5.59 | $12.83 | $25.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.87 | $25.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Eugene, OR
Late night in Eugene on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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 12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused drive that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal fuss. With 93% of the route consisting of highway travel, you will spend most of your time on OR 99 and Old Highway 99 North before transitioning onto Franklin Boulevard. The road is dominated by a long, uninterrupted 52.2-mile stretch on OR 99, which allows for a steady pace. Because this is a direct transit route, the road personality is functional rather than technical, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding scenic detours. You will find that the transitions between these main roads are smooth, keeping the cabin experience predictable and consistent.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.2 mi on OR 99.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 99 and Old Highway 99 North. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OR 99 / North State Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sutherlin, OR to Eugene, OR is easy. At 1h 12m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OR 99 / North State Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.9 miles (OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 58.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.2 miles on OR 99. 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 99 / North State Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.9 miles (OR 99 / I-5 North Franklin Boulevard): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Eugene, OR before heading back.
How this page is built
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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