Bend, OR to Gladstone, OR is 153.7 miles and takes about 3h 48m via Warm Springs Highway, The Dalles-California Highway, and Mount Hood Highway, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oregon, moving from the Pacific Coast region to the same region. You'll generally be on surface roads for most of this drive, making it a more relaxed pace than a pure interstate cruise. With only one recommended stop and a duration under four hours, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip.
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
76.9 miles from Bend, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 52m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Bend, OR and Gladstone, OR.
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Start on Northwest Franklin Avenue
432 ft·27 sec·Northwest Franklin Avenue
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Turn left onto Northwest Bond Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Northwest Bond Street
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Turn right onto Northwest Wall Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Northwest Wall Street
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Turn right onto Northwest Revere Avenue
372 ft·10 sec·Northwest Revere Avenue
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Continue on Northeast Revere Avenue
368 ft·15 sec·Northeast Revere Avenue
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
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Merge onto US 97
3.3 mi·5 min·Bend Parkway
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Continue on US 97
38 mi·53 min·The Dalles-California Highway
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Continue on US 26; US 97
0.9 mi·2 min·5th Street
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Continue on US 26
13 mi·19 min·Northwest Warm Springs Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on US 26
47 mi·1 hr 4 min·Warm Springs Highway
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Continue on US 26
31 mi·43 min·Mount Hood Highway
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Continue on US 26
0.7 mi·2 min·Proctor Boulevard
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Continue on US 26
1.7 mi·3 min·Mount Hood Highway
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Turn right onto Southeast Orient Drive
2.2 mi·3 min·Southeast Orient Drive
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Turn left onto Southeast Compton Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Southeast Compton Road
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Turn straight onto OR 212
12 mi·21 min·Southeast Highway 212
Use the straight lane.
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Turn left
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon CityUse the left lane.
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Merge onto I 205; OR 213
1.1 mi·1 min·I 205; OR 213
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 11Toward Gladstone, Departments of Motor VehiclesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn right onto 82nd Drive
0.2 mi·24 sec·82nd Drive
Use the right lane.
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Turn right onto Oatfield Road
310 ft·12 sec·Oatfield Road
Use the right lane.
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Turn left onto East Dartmouth Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Dartmouth Street
Use the left lane.
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Turn right onto Portland Avenue
163 ft·7 sec·Portland Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Portland Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 48m estimated drive time, leaving Bend, OR in the morning will give you ample time to reach Gladstone, OR before evening. With only one stop recommended and a fuel cost around $32, this route is flexible. Plan your fuel stops strategically, as the longest stretch without a break is 46.7 miles on Warm Springs Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition from highway segments to more rural surface roads.
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 76.9 miles from Bend, OR, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.7 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.9 miles or 1h 52m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gladstone, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bend, 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 Bend, OR
This is one driving day of about 153.7 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Bend, 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 Warm Springs Highway for about 46.7 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 151.2 and 153.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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151.2 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Turn left toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 205 South, OR 213 South: Oregon City
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152.7 mi into trip|~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward Gladstone, Departments of Motor Vehicles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward Gladstone, Departments of Motor Vehicles
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152.9 mi into trip|~3h 46m in|82nd Drive
Turn right onto 82nd Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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153.1 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|Oatfield Road
Turn right onto Oatfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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153.1 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|East Dartmouth Street
Turn left onto East Dartmouth Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.39 one way
$62.77 round trip
$5.19/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.52
$33.39
$66.78
premium
$5.72
$34.61
$69.21
diesel
$5.35
$32.37
$64.75
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: 53.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.1
0
$16.14
$7.38
Efficient EV
38.4
0
$13.45
$6.15
EV Truck/SUV
61.5
0
$21.52
$9.84
Gas CO2
54 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Bend, OR
Afternoon
in Bend on Wednesday
Local time
1:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Mostly Clear
NW 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Gladstone, OR
Afternoon
in Gladstone on Wednesday
Local time
1:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Clear
NNW 2 to 8 mph0% chanceLive 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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 48m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 drive is mostly surface roads, with only about 11% of the total mileage on highways. You'll encounter the longest stretch of continuous driving on Warm Springs Highway, covering 46.7 miles. Expect more frequent intersections and lower speed limits once you leave the limited highway sections. The transition from highway to surface roads will likely involve more local traffic and varied speed zones.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.7 mi on Warm Springs Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 151.2 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 153.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 151.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.9 miles (82nd Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Gladstone is a town in the Portland Metropolitan Area guarded by the Clackamas and Willamette River, where this is plenty of fishing. It is a wonderful small community that is surrounded by many other cities so you are never far from anything. Such things as Historic Oregon City, Shopping in Clackamas, or the numerous things to do in Portland. A popular spot for young people in Gladstone during the summer is High Rocks where you can jump off rocks into the Clackamas River or just relax in the sun. There also now have people from the Red Cross down at High Rocks to ensure safety. Gladstone is also home of the Harley-Davidson store and Lotus Motor company.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 153.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.7 miles on Warm Springs 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 151.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.9 miles (82nd Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Gladstone, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
