Beavercreek to Bend is 156.1 miles and takes about 3h 40m via North Santiam Highway, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region to another part of the Pacific Coast region within Oregon. Expect a turn-heavy local drive that's best suited for a single day trip. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, you'll have plenty of flexibility to enjoy the journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78 miles from Beavercreek, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Santiam Highway
92.1 mi
2h 3m
OR 213
23.7 mi
36m
US 20
15 mi
18m
Cascade Highway Southeast
6.5 mi
9m
Cascade Highway Northeast
5.4 mi
7m
McKenzie-Bend Highway
4 mi
5m
Bend Parkway
1.8 mi
3m
South Leland Road
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
North Santiam Highway
— 92.1 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OR and Bend, OR.
1
Start on South Leland Road
1.5 mi·2 min·South Leland Road
2
Turn left onto OR 213
9.9 mi·15 min·OR 213
3
Enter roundabout onto OR 213
133 ft·3 sec·OR 213
4
Continue on OR 213
14 mi·20 min·OR 213
5
Turn left onto North 3rd Street
236 ft·12 sec·North 3rd Street
6
Turn right onto East Main Street
1.2 mi·2 min·East Main Street
7
Continue on CR 34
5.4 mi·7 min·Cascade Highway Northeast
8
Continue on CR 42
6.2 mi·9 min·Cascade Highway Southeast
9
Continue on CR 42
0.9 mi·1 min·North Center Street
10
Continue on CR 30
0.4 mi·38 sec·Cascade Highway Southeast
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
12
Merge onto OR 22
16 mi·18 min·North Santiam Highway
13
Continue on OR 22
0.6 mi·43 sec·Northwest Santiam Boulevard
14
Continue on OR 22
0.5 mi·33 sec·Northeast Santiam Boulevard
15
Continue on OR 22
76 mi·1 hr 45 min·North Santiam Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto West Barclay Drive
226 ft·3 sec·West Barclay Drive
17
Continue on West Barclay Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·West Barclay Drive
18
At end of road, turn right onto North Locust Street
0.5 mi·51 sec·North Locust Street
19
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
248 ft·3 sec·US 20; OR 126
20
Continue on US 20; OR 126
15 mi·18 min·US 20; OR 126
21
Enter roundabout onto US 20
133 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
22
Continue on US 20
2.0 mi·3 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
23
Enter roundabout onto US 20
127 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
24
Continue on US 20
0.7 mi·1 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
25
Enter roundabout onto US 20
130 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
26
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi·36 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
27
Enter roundabout onto US 20
118 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
28
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi·57 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
29
Turn straight onto US 20; US 97 Business
439 ft·13 sec·Northeast 3rd Street
30
Turn left onto Empire Avenue
0.2 mi·20 sec·Empire Avenue
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
32
Merge onto US 97
1.8 mi·3 min·Bend Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Turn right onto Northwest Lafayette Avenue
0.2 mi·45 sec·Northwest Lafayette Avenue
34
At end of road, turn left onto Northwest Wall Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest Wall Street
35
Turn right onto Northwest Franklin Avenue
54 ft·2 sec·Northwest Franklin Avenue
36
Arrive at destination
Northwest Franklin Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 40m duration, leaving Beavercreek in the morning will easily get you to Bend well before sunset, making this a comfortable one-day trip. Plan for your single stop strategically, perhaps midway or when you feel the need to stretch your legs. The longest stretch on North Santiam Highway is over 90 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that section, as services might be less frequent. With only 156.1 miles, you have the flexibility to depart later in the day if needed, but an earlier start allows for a more relaxed pace.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78 miles from Beavercreek, OR, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 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 34 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bend, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beavercreek, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Beavercreek, OR
This is one driving day of about 156.1 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Beavercreek, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on North Santiam Highway for about 92.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 153.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.5 mi into trip|~2m in|OR 213
Turn left onto OR 213
Navigation decision point
5
134.2 mi into trip|~3h 9m in|US 20; OR 126
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
153.3 mi into trip|~3h 34m in|Empire Avenue
Turn left onto Empire Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
153.5 mi into trip|~3h 34m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
153.7 mi into trip|~3h 34m in|US 97 / Bend Parkway
Merge onto US 97 / Bend Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.10 one way
$62.19 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$32.91
$65.82
premium
$5.59
$34.36
$68.72
diesel
$5.61
$34.46
$68.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.8
0
$16.39
$7.49
Efficient EV
39
0
$13.66
$6.24
EV Truck/SUV
62.4
0
$21.85
$9.99
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Beavercreek, OR
Late night
in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
12:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bend, OR
Late night
in Bend on Sunday
Local time
12:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
35°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
12 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
3h 40m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 26% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time navigating local roads, so be prepared for frequent turns and a more intimate driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 92.1 miles on the North Santiam Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel before you transition back to more varied road conditions. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; it's a more engaging drive that requires your attention.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.1 mi on North Santiam Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near OR 213.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 40m drive. You will face about 19 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (OR 213): Navigation decision point; at 134.2 miles (US 20; OR 126): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 153.3 miles (Empire Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 156.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 92.1 miles on North Santiam Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (OR 213): Navigation decision point; at 134.2 miles (US 20; OR 126): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 153.3 miles (Empire Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Bend, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
