Origin
Yoncalla, OR
Late night in Yoncalla on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yoncalla, 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
53m
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
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yoncalla, OR
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Springfield, OR
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Trip Overview
Stretching 41.8 miles through the Pacific Coast region of Oregon, this trip from Yoncalla to Springfield is a quick, straightforward journey. You can easily complete the drive in 53 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel keeps your travel costs minimal for this short haul. Navigating via I-5, Elkhead Road, and Franklin Boulevard, you will find the route efficient and hassle-free. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of exploring, this drive provides a reliable connection between these two Oregon locales.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 34.6 mi | 39m |
| Elkhead Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| South A Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Scotts Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| CR 7 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 34.6 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yoncalla, OR and Springfield, OR.
1
Start on Alder Street
139 ft
·
8 sec
·
Alder Street
2
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
320 ft
·
10 sec
·
Applegate Avenue
3
Turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Eagle Valley Road
4
Turn left onto CR 7
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Elkhead Road
5
Turn slight right onto CR 7
460 ft
·
9 sec
·
CR 7
6
Continue on CR 8
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Scotts Valley Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
8
Merge onto I 5
35 mi
·
39 min
·
I 5
9
Take the exit onto OR 225
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2
Toward OR 225: South Eugene
10
Continue on Franklin Boulevard
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
11
Enter roundabout onto OR 126 Business
23 ft
·
0 sec
·
South A Street
12
Continue on OR 126 Business
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South A Street
13
Turn left onto OR 528
202 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pioneer Parkway East
14
Arrive at destination
OR 528
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Yoncalla, 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
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Applegate Avenue
Turn right onto Applegate Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road
Turn right onto OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road
Navigation decision point
4
38.9 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2
Take the exit onto OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2 toward OR 225: South Eugene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward OR 225: South Eugene
4
41.3 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
OR 126 Business / South A Street
Enter roundabout onto OR 126 Business / South A Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
41.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Turn left onto OR 528 / Pioneer Parkway East
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.33 one way
$16.65 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Springfield, OR
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Cottage Grove, OR
21 mi in
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
53m 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 highway-focused experience, as 83% of this trip takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 34.6-mile stretch of the journey. The transition from the rural feel of Yoncalla to the urban infrastructure of Springfield is smoothed out by these high-speed lanes. While the drive is largely a consistent interstate grind, the shift to local roads like Franklin Boulevard as you approach your destination offers a change of pace. It is a functional, no-nonsense route designed to get you to your destination with speed and precision.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.6 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Elkhead Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Applegate Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Yoncalla, OR to Springfield, OR is easy. At 53m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles (OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 41.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.6 miles on I 5. 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 (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (OR 99 / Eagle Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles (OR 225 / McVey Highway #225 Roadway #2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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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