Terrebonne to Fairview is 248.3 miles and takes about 6h 4m via I 5 and McKenzie Highway, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Pacific Coast to Pacific Coast drive stays within Oregon, offering a mix of highway cruising and surface road travel. It's a manageable one-day trip that can be completed with just one planned stop. You'll find the route offers a straightforward path across the state, suitable for those looking for an efficient transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
124.1 miles from Terrebonne, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
66.8 mi
1h 17m
McKenzie Highway
58.9 mi
1h 20m
Santiam Highway
28.4 mi
35m
Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway
19.8 mi
22m
Coos Bay Wagon Road
14.3 mi
29m
Sitkum-County Line Road
10.1 mi
24m
Camp Creek Road
8.4 mi
11m
Lone Pine Lane
8.3 mi
20m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 66.8 mi, about 1h 17m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,305 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,690
Quietest
1 AM
~122 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terrebonne, OR and Fairview, OR.
1
Start on 11th Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·11th Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 97
5.7 mi·8 min·The Dalles-California Highway
3
Take the exit onto OR 126
158 ft·4 sec·OR 126
4
Merge onto OR 126
0.6 mi·1 min·Southwest Glacier Avenue
5
Merge onto OR 126
1.8 mi·3 min·Southwest Highland Avenue
6
Continue on OR 126
17 mi·23 min·McKenzie Highway
7
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
70 ft·1 sec·South Locust Street
8
Continue on South Locust Street
0.5 mi·56 sec·South Locust Street
9
Turn left onto East Barclay Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·East Barclay Drive
10
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
17 ft·0 sec·Santiam Highway
11
Continue on US 20; OR 126
25 mi·31 min·Santiam Highway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20; OR 126
3.3 mi·3 min·Santiam Highway
13
Turn left onto OR 126
20 mi·22 min·Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway
14
Continue on OR 126
42 mi·57 min·McKenzie Highway
15
Turn right onto Camp Creek Road
8.4 mi·11 min·Camp Creek Road
16
Turn left onto Marcola Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Marcola Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn left onto 42nd Street
0.4 mi·36 sec·42nd Street
Use the left lane.
18
Take the ramp onto 42nd Street Connection #3
0.3 mi·39 sec·42nd Street Connection #3
Toward OR 126 West: Eugene
19
Merge onto OR 126
3.7 mi·5 min·Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 4AToward I 5 South: Roseburg
21
Merge onto I 5
67 mi·1 hr 17 min·I 5
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward North Roseburg
23
Turn right onto Northwest Edenbower Boulevard
0.5 mi·57 sec·Northwest Edenbower Boulevard
Use the right lane.
24
Turn right onto Northwest Stewart Parkway
2.2 mi·4 min·Northwest Stewart Parkway
25
Turn right onto West Harvard Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Harvard Avenue
26
Turn left onto Lookingglass Road
6.0 mi·10 min·Lookingglass Road
27
Continue on Lookingglass Road
0.3 mi·28 sec·Lookingglass Road
28
Turn right onto Coos Bay Wagon Road
11 mi·21 min·Coos Bay Wagon Road
29
At end of road, turn left onto Coos Bay Wagon Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Coos Bay Wagon Road
30
Continue on Coos Bay Wagon Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Coos Bay Wagon Road
31
At end of road, turn right onto Coos Bay Wagon Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Coos Bay Wagon Road
32
Continue on Sitkum-County Line Road
10 mi·24 min·Sitkum-County Line Road
33
Continue on Sitkum Lane
8.0 mi·19 min·Sitkum Lane
34
Turn right onto Lone Pine Lane
8.3 mi·20 min·Lone Pine Lane
35
Turn right onto Fairview Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·Fairview Road
36
Arrive at destination
Fairview Road
Trip Plan
For this 6h 4m drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. With a total distance of 248.3 miles, you can comfortably complete it in a single day, but plan for one stop to break up the drive. The fuel cost is estimated at $48, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Terrebonne. Pay attention to the transition from I 5 to the McKenzie Highway, as this is where the driving character changes significantly.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 124.1 miles from Terrebonne, OR, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.8 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 55 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.1 miles or 2h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairview, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Terrebonne, 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 Terrebonne, OR
This is one driving day of about 248.3 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Terrebonne, 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 66.8 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 197.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway
Navigation decision point
5
25.2 mi into trip|~37m in|South Locust Street
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
125.2 mi into trip|~2h 46m in|Marcola Road
Turn left onto Marcola Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
125.8 mi into trip|~2h 47m in|42nd Street
Turn left onto 42nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
197.8 mi into trip|~4h 12m in|Northwest Edenbower Boulevard
Turn right onto Northwest Edenbower Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.01 one way
$100.02 round trip
$5.12/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.43
$53.05
$106.10
premium
$5.67
$55.47
$110.93
diesel
$6.28
$61.35
$122.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.5
0
$26.07
$11.92
Efficient EV
62.1
0
$21.73
$9.93
EV Truck/SUV
99.3
1
$34.76
$15.89
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 21, 2026
Origin
Terrebonne, OR
Late night
in Terrebonne on Thursday
Local time
4:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Fairview, OR
Late night
in Fairview on Thursday
Local time
4:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Clear
SE 3 mph2% chanceLive forecast
36°F
Springfield, OR
124 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
13 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
6h 4m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 drive is mostly surface roads, with only 28% of the 248.3 miles on highways. You'll experience about 66.8 miles on I 5, which is the longest stretch of continuous highway driving. After leaving the interstate, expect a more rural cruising feel as you transition to surface roads. The frequent exits on the highway portion will require your attention as you approach urban areas.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.8 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 248.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (South Locust Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 125.2 miles (Marcola Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,606 ft132 ft
Total Climb
1,327 ft
Total Descent
4,061 ft
Highest Point
3,606 ft
~53.2 mi in
Elevation Range
3,474 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Terrebonne, OR to Fairview, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Roseburg along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 4m. Total distance: 248.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.8 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 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 Fairview, 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. There are 6 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (South Locust Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 125.2 miles (Marcola Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fairview, OR before the return drive.
