Oregon Ducks Again Rack Up Travel Miles on 2026 Football Schedule

The Ducks will log an estimated 7,525 miles in the air for their 2026 Big Ten schedule, including a long trip to Ohio State.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:23pm

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The Oregon Ducks led the Big Ten in air travel during the 2025 regular season, logging 8,371 miles. For the 2026 season, Oregon's schedule lightens slightly with fewer East Coast trips, but Google Maps estimates suggest the Ducks will still rack up roughly 7,525 miles in the air, keeping them near the top of the NCAA's travel leaderboard.

Why it matters

Oregon's extensive travel schedule highlights the challenges facing West Coast teams in major college football conferences. Long flights and time zone changes can take a toll on players and impact performance, especially in big games like the upcoming matchup against Ohio State.

The details

Oregon's 2026 Big Ten schedule features seven home games in Eugene and trips to Oklahoma State, USC, Illinois, and Ohio State. The longest trip will be the 2,437-mile journey to Columbus to face the Buckeyes. The Ducks also have non-conference games against Boise State and Portland State.

  • Oregon led the Big Ten in air travel during the 2025 regular season, logging 8,371 miles.
  • Oregon's 2026 schedule will have seven regular-season home games in Eugene, the fourth year in a row on a seven-game home schedule.
  • Oregon's toughest trip in Big Ten play will likely be the 2,437-mile matchup against Ohio State in Columbus on November 7, 2026.

The players

Dan Lanning

The head coach of the Oregon Ducks football team.

Dante Moore

The starting quarterback for the Oregon Ducks.

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What’s next

The Ducks' schedule and travel plans will continue to be closely watched as they aim for another College Football Playoff appearance in 2026.

The takeaway

Despite a slightly lighter travel schedule in 2026, the Oregon Ducks will still be one of the most well-traveled teams in college football, a challenge that West Coast programs must navigate to compete at the highest level.