How far is Eugene, OR from Cave Junction, OR?
The driving distance from Eugene, OR to Cave Junction, OR is about 171.7 miles (276.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.6 miles (215 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Oregon, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eugene and Cave Junction.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eugene and Cave Junction.
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Start on Coburg Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Coburg Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 105 East: Springfield, Portland
2009 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
1.3 km · 1 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Roseburg
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
137.2 mi · 2 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
2587 ft · 44 sec · Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
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Keep slight right to continue on Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
90 m · 5 sec · Highway #001CQ - East Grants Pass Connection #2
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Merge slight left onto Grants Pass Parkway
2.3 mi · 4 min · Grants Pass Parkway
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Continue on Redwood Highway
27 mi · 39 min · Redwood Highway
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Turn left onto Laurel Road
2171 ft · 1 min · Laurel Road
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Turn right onto North Old Stage Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · North Old Stage Road
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Turn right onto Caves Highway
1845 ft · 47 sec · Caves Highway
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Turn straight
107 m · 26 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eugene and Cave Junction.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 5 South
Merge slight left
137 mi · 02h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Light Rain leaving Eugene and Light Rain Likely near Cave Junction.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eugene to Cave Junction?
The road trip is about 171.7 miles (276.3 km) and usually takes 03h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Myrtle Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.8 miles from Eugene and 85.9 miles from Cave Junction.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.6 miles (215 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.00 one way or $60.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Eugene and Light Rain Likely near Cave Junction.
Stop Ideas Near Myrtle Creek
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Myrtle Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eugene and Cave Junction. Straight-line distance: 133.56 mi (214.95 km).
#1 Eugene
The second most populous city in Oregon.
| Population | 173,236 |
| Coordinates | 44.0520700, -123.0867500 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cave Junction
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 1,986 |
| Coordinates | 42.1628900, -123.6481200 |
| Altitude | 405 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cave Junction (-123.64812, 42.16289)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 276 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $30.00 | $60.01 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $32.35 | $64.70 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $33.73 | $67.46 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $38.58 | $77.16 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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