Trip from Yamhill, OR to Springfield, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

101.7 mi

164 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 7m ★

6 AM

2h 16m

8 AM

2h 35m

10 AM

2h 23m

12 PM

2h 21m

3 PM

2h 24m

5 PM

2h 34m

8 PM

2h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Yamhill, OR

Alexander Isreb

city in Lane County, Oregon, United States

Springfield, OR

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Trip Overview

Yamhill, OR to Springfield, OR is 101.7 miles and takes about 2h 16m via I 5, Southeast Lafayette Highway, and Tualatin Valley Highway, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region of Oregon to another part of the Pacific Coast, covering a modest distance within the state. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it a straightforward option if you're looking for efficiency. You'll encounter a significant portion on the interstate, so expect steady progress. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing ample time for departure and arrival without feeling rushed.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

50.8 miles from Yamhill, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 5	69.5 mi	1h 21m
Southeast Lafayette Highway	11.5 mi	17m
Tualatin Valley Highway	6.8 mi	9m
Wheatland Road North	3.2 mi	4m
Pacific Highway West	2.3 mi	3m
Brooklake Road Northeast	1.7 mi	2m
Wheatland Road Northwest	1.1 mi	2m
Pioneer Parkway West	1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 5 — 69.5 mi, about 1h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yamhill, OR and Springfield, OR.

Start on OR 240

129 ft · 10 sec · East Main Street

Turn left onto OR 47

0.2 mi · 38 sec · South Maple Street

Continue on OR 47

2.7 mi · 3 min · Tualatin Valley Highway

Continue on OR 47

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Yamhill Street

Turn left onto West Grant Street

0.1 mi · 20 sec · West Grant Street

At end of road, turn right onto OR 47

0.3 mi · 41 sec · South Pine Street

Turn slight left onto OR 47

4.1 mi · 5 min · Tualatin Valley Highway

Take the exit

206 ft · 3 sec

Turn slight left onto OR 99W

2.3 mi · 3 min · Pacific Highway West

Turn right onto North Washington Street

262 ft · 14 sec · North Washington Street

Turn left onto East 2nd Street

0.3 mi · 53 sec · East 2nd Street

Turn right onto North Madison Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · North Madison Street

Continue on Southeast Lafayette Highway

12 mi · 17 min · Southeast Lafayette Highway

Keep slight right at fork

289 ft · 4 sec

Turn straight onto OR 221

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Southeast Salem-Dayton Highway

Turn left onto Wheatland Road Northwest

1.1 mi · 2 min · Wheatland Road Northwest

Continue on Wheatland Ferry

498 ft · 1 min · Wheatland Ferry

Continue on CR 504

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Matheny Road North

Turn right onto Wheatland Road North

3.2 mi · 4 min · Wheatland Road North

Turn left onto CR 609

1.7 mi · 2 min · Brooklake Road Northeast

Take the ramp onto I 5

70 mi · 1 hr 21 min · I 5

Toward I 5 South: Salem Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 52 sec

Exit 194A Toward OR 126 East: Springfield

Merge onto I 105; OR 126

0.9 mi · 1 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Toward OR 528 South: Springfield City Center

Turn right onto OR 528

1.0 mi · 2 min · Pioneer Parkway West

Continue on OR 528

175 ft · 10 sec · South 2nd Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto OR 126 Business

337 ft · 15 sec · South A Street

Turn left onto OR 528

202 ft · 5 sec · Pioneer Parkway East

Arrive at destination

OR 528

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 16 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You can afford to leave later in the morning, perhaps after a relaxed breakfast in Yamhill, and still arrive in Springfield with plenty of daylight. The estimated fuel cost is around $20, so be sure to check your fuel gauge before heading out, as the longest stretch on I 5 is 69.5 miles. While there are no specified stops, consider a quick break around the halfway point to stretch your legs, especially given the predominantly highway nature of the drive. This flexibility allows you to adjust your timing as needed.

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 50.8 miles from Yamhill, OR, or about 1h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.5 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 22 miles or 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 50.8 miles or 1h 13m 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 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Yamhill, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Yamhill, OR

This is one driving day of about 101.7 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Yamhill, OR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 69.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Keizer, OR

51 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

Dayton, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Salem, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.8 miles from Yamhill, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Busy Bee Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Springfield, Oregon

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.7

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15417476331

Visit website

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Albany, Oregon

1.5 mi

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, Oregon

1.6 mi

Busy Bee Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.7

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15417476331

Visit website

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.1

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+15419266717

Visit website

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.1

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15418129220

The Manila Fiesta

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.3

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 2–7 pm

+19713325578

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.1

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15419265755

Visit website

The Barn at Hickory Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.1

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15416662974

Visit website

Vault 244

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Expensive mile 58.1

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417919511

Visit website

The Squeaky Cork

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 58.1

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15419812140

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 101.7

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 7.3

McMinnville, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15034726124

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 101.7

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Chargepoint Charging Staion

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 101.7

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 101.7

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 101.7

Springfield, Oregon

+18555212244

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 101.7

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 101.7

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Escape the Room Oregon

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 101.7

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 4–10 pm

+15417263836

Visit website

Willamalane Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 101.7

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15417364544

Visit website

Portal Adventures - Eugene and Springfield

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 101.7

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 2–8 pm

+15417806180

Visit website

OSH Museum of Mental Health

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 36.3

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 12–4 pm

+19715991674

Visit website

Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 14.5

McMinnville, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15034344180

Visit website

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 101.7

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15413463024

Visit website

Historic Carousel & Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 58.1

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+15414972934

Visit website

Gilbert House Children's Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 36.3

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15033713631

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | OR 47 / South Maple Street

Turn left onto OR 47 / South Maple Street

Navigation decision point

3.6 mi into trip | ~6m in | OR 47 / South Pine Street

At end of road, turn right onto OR 47 / South Pine Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

10.4 mi into trip | ~17m in | East 2nd Street

Turn left onto East 2nd Street

Navigation decision point

10.7 mi into trip | ~18m in | North Madison Street

Turn right onto North Madison Street

Navigation decision point

29.5 mi into trip | ~48m in | I 5

Take the ramp onto I 5 toward I 5 South: Salem

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 5 South: Salem

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.26 one way

$40.52 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$21.44	$42.88
premium	$5.59	$22.39	$44.77
diesel	$5.61	$22.45	$44.91

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: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	30.5	$10.68	$4.88
Efficient EV	25.4	$8.90	$4.07
EV Truck/SUV	40.7	$14.24	$6.51

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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

Yamhill, OR

Late night in Yamhill on Sunday

Local time

3:10 AM

PDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, OR

Late night in Springfield on Sunday

Local time

3:10 AM

PDT

Current temp

41°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

6 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

2h 16m 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?

This route offers a highway-focused drive with 69% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 69.5 miles on I 5, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. The initial segments on Southeast Lafayette Highway and Tualatin Valley Highway will offer a different feel before merging onto the interstate. Expect a straightforward driving experience that prioritizes reaching your destination efficiently, rather than winding through small towns or particularly scenic byways. The transition between local roads and the interstate is a key characteristic of this drive.

69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 69.5 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Southeast Lafayette Highway. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OR 47 / South Maple Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 101.7 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (OR 47 / South Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (OR 47 / South Pine Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 10.4 miles (East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 101.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 69.5 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, 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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Trip from Yamhill, OR to Springfield, OR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Busy Bee Café

Busy Bee Café

Roger's Restaurant

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

The Manila Fiesta

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

The Barn at Hickory Station

Vault 244

The Squeaky Cork

Tesla Supercharger

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Chargepoint Charging Staion

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Escape the Room Oregon

Willamalane Park

Portal Adventures - Eugene and Springfield

OSH Museum of Mental Health

Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Historic Carousel & Museum

Gilbert House Children's Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Yamhill, OR

Springfield, OR

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 16m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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