Traveling from Bend to Yoncalla covers 170 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 42 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate via the McKenzie Highway, Santiam Highway, and I-5, budgeting approximately $34 for fuel. Both locations are situated within the Pacific Coast region, ensuring a consistent climate experience throughout your journey. Whether you are heading west for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a straightforward path that balances local highway segments with interstate travel.
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
85 miles from Bend, 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
McKenzie Highway
42.1 mi
57m
I 5
38.6 mi
44m
Santiam Highway
28.4 mi
35m
Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway
19.8 mi
22m
McKenzie-Bend Highway
19 mi
24m
Camp Creek Road
8.4 mi
11m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
3.7 mi
5m
Elkhead Road
3.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
McKenzie Highway
— 42.1 mi, about 57m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,413 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,797
Quietest
1 AM
~121 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bend, OR and Yoncalla, OR.
1
Start on Northwest Franklin Avenue
432 ft·27 sec·Northwest Franklin Avenue
2
Turn left onto Northwest Bond Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Northwest Bond Street
3
Turn right onto Northwest Wall Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Northwest Wall Street
4
Turn right onto Northwest Revere Avenue
372 ft·10 sec·Northwest Revere Avenue
5
Continue on Northeast Revere Avenue
368 ft·17 sec·Northeast Revere Avenue
6
Turn left onto Northeast Division Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Northeast Division Street
7
Continue on Division Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·Division Street
8
Turn left onto US 20; US 97 Business
1.0 mi·2 min·Northeast 3rd Street
9
Turn slight right onto US 20; US 97 Business
0.8 mi·59 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 20
133 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
11
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi·35 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 20
130 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
13
Continue on US 20
0.7 mi·1 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
14
Enter roundabout onto US 20
114 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
15
Continue on US 20
2.0 mi·2 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto US 20
123 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
17
Continue on US 20
15 mi·18 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
18
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
70 ft·1 sec·South Locust Street
19
Continue on South Locust Street
0.5 mi·56 sec·South Locust Street
20
Turn left onto East Barclay Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·East Barclay Drive
21
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
17 ft·0 sec·Santiam Highway
22
Continue on US 20; OR 126
25 mi·31 min·Santiam Highway
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20; OR 126
3.3 mi·3 min·Santiam Highway
24
Turn left onto OR 126
20 mi·22 min·Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway
25
Continue on OR 126
42 mi·57 min·McKenzie Highway
26
Turn right onto Camp Creek Road
8.4 mi·11 min·Camp Creek Road
27
Turn left onto Marcola Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Marcola Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
28
Turn left onto 42nd Street
0.4 mi·36 sec·42nd Street
Use the left lane.
29
Take the ramp onto 42nd Street Connection #3
0.3 mi·39 sec·42nd Street Connection #3
Toward OR 126 West: Eugene
30
Merge onto OR 126
3.7 mi·5 min·Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
31
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 4AToward I 5 South: Roseburg
32
Merge onto I 5
39 mi·44 min·I 5
33
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Toward Scotts Valley, Elkhead
34
Turn left onto CR 25
0.4 mi·37 sec·Anlauf Road
35
Continue on CR 7
3.3 mi·5 min·Elkhead Road
36
At end of road, turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi·38 sec·Eagle Valley Road
37
Turn left onto Third Street
323 ft·16 sec·Third Street
38
Turn right onto Alder Street
238 ft·10 sec·Alder Street
39
Arrive at destination
Alder Street
Trip Plan
Given the technical nature of the turns, try to depart early in the day to ensure you navigate the local highway sections while visibility is at its peak. You should plan for one scheduled stop to stretch your legs, especially since the road can be tiring due to its winding profile. Since your estimated fuel cost is $34, consider topping off your tank in Bend before you head out to avoid potential price fluctuations in smaller towns along the way. Keep in mind that the 42.1-mile stretch on the McKenzie Highway lacks frequent services, so ensure you have your snacks and water packed before you leave. This flexibility allows you to focus on the drive rather than hunting for amenities mid-route.
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 85 miles from Bend, OR, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.1 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 37 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yoncalla, 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 170 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 McKenzie Highway for about 42.1 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 126.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4 mi into trip|~9m in|US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
21.8 mi into trip|~31m in|South Locust Street
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
121.7 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|Marcola Road
Turn left onto Marcola Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
122.4 mi into trip|~2h 42m in|42nd Street
Turn left onto 42nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
126.7 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Roseburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 4A
Toward I 5 South: Roseburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.72 one way
$69.43 round trip
$5.19/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.52
$36.93
$73.86
premium
$5.72
$38.28
$76.55
diesel
$5.35
$35.81
$71.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51
0
$17.85
$8.16
Efficient EV
42.5
0
$14.88
$6.80
EV Truck/SUV
68
0
$23.80
$10.88
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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 May 24, 2026
Origin
Bend, OR
Afternoon
in Bend on Wednesday
Local time
1:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
W 2 to 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued May 24 at 11:06AM PDT until May 25 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued May 24 at 12:05PM MDT until May 25 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Destination
Yoncalla, OR
Afternoon
in Yoncalla on Wednesday
Local time
1:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
NW 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued May 24 at 11:06AM PDT until May 25 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued May 24 at 12:05PM MDT until May 25 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
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
6 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 42m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between road types. Only 23% of this 170-mile route consists of high-speed highway, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating tighter, more technical sections. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the McKenzie Highway, where you will cover 42.1 miles before encountering a significant change in road conditions. The personality of the drive shifts noticeably once you merge onto I-5, moving from localized, winding roads to a more conventional interstate experience. Prepare for a dynamic trip that requires frequent adjustments to your speed and steering.
Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.1 mi on McKenzie 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 25 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway.
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 170 miles you will encounter 25 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 4 miles (US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.8 miles (South Locust Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 121.7 miles (Marcola Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 42m. Total distance: 170 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (23%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.1 miles on McKenzie 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 4 miles (US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.8 miles (South Locust Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 121.7 miles (Marcola Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Yoncalla, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
