How far is Eugene, OR from Central Point, OR?
The driving distance from Eugene, OR to Central Point, OR is about 163.9 miles (263.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 30m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 15m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Oregon, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eugene and Central Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eugene and Central Point.
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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
160.5 mi · 3 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Central Point
1313 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto East Pine Street
2790 ft · 2 min · East Pine Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
115 m · 16 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Manzanita Street
21 m · 3 sec · Manzanita Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Manzanita Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eugene and Central Point.
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
160 mi · 03h 08m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Eugene and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain near Central Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eugene to Central Point?
The road trip is about 163.9 miles (263.7 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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?
Winston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.9 miles from Eugene and 82 miles from Central Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.8 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 10:30 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.62 one way or $57.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Eugene and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain near Central Point.
Stop Ideas Near Winston
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 Winston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eugene and Central Point. Straight-line distance: 116.13 mi (186.89 km).
#1 Eugene
The second most populous city in Oregon.
| Population | 173,236 |
| Coordinates | 44.0520700, -123.0867500 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Central Point
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 19,117 |
| Coordinates | 42.3759600, -122.9164300 |
| Altitude | 388 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central Point (-122.91643, 42.37596)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $28.62 | $57.23 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $30.85 | $61.71 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $32.17 | $64.34 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $36.80 | $73.59 |
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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