Trip from Enterprise, OR to Bend, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 40m

Distance

358.4 mi

577 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$71

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

7h 30m ★

6 AM

7h 40m

8 AM

7h 59m

10 AM

7h 47m

12 PM

7h 45m

3 PM

7h 48m

5 PM

7h 58m

8 PM

7h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Wallowa County, Oregon, United States

Enterprise, OR

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Bend, OR

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Trip Overview

This 356.9-mile journey from Enterprise, Oregon, to Bend, Oregon, is a substantial day trip, estimated to take around 6 hours and 29 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost of approximately $71, it's a manageable drive for a single day, though you could certainly break it up if you prefer a more leisurely pace. The route predominantly utilizes local roads, including West North Street and Wallowa Lake Highway, before transitioning to Highway 82. This drive offers a taste of the Pacific Coast region before reaching your destination within the same region, providing a consistent feel throughout your travels.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

179.2 miles from Enterprise, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 41m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Old Oregon Trail Highway	93.6 mi	1h 41m
Sherman Highway	67.7 mi	1h 29m
Columbia River Highway	62.9 mi	1h 7m
The Dalles-California Highway	50.7 mi	1h 6m
Wallowa Lake Highway	44.9 mi	1h 6m
East Highway 82	7.2 mi	10m
Old Bend Redmond Highway	6.6 mi	11m
Southwest Canal Boulevard	6.3 mi	12m

Longest stretch: Old Oregon Trail Highway — 93.6 mi, about 1h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, OR and Bend, OR.

Start on Northwest 1st Street

66 ft · 8 sec · Northwest 1st Street

Turn left onto OR 82

0.4 mi · 34 sec · West North Street

Continue on OR 82

4.8 mi · 7 min · Wallowa Lake Highway

Continue on OR 82

4.3 mi · 6 min · State Highway 82

Continue on OR 82

0.8 mi · 2 min · State Street

Continue on OR 82

7.2 mi · 10 min · East Highway 82

Continue on OR 82

0.4 mi · 39 sec · East 1st Street

Turn slight right onto OR 82

450 ft · 7 sec · State Highway 82

Continue on OR 82

0.1 mi · 10 sec · North Madison Street

Continue on OR 82

11 mi · 16 min · Wallowa Lake Highway

Continue on OR 82

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Highway 82

Continue on OR 82

13 mi · 19 min · Wallowa Lake Highway

Continue on OR 82

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Albany Street

At end of road, turn left onto OR 82

0.6 mi · 49 sec · North 8th Avenue

Continue on OR 82

0.4 mi · 31 sec · State Highway 82

Continue on OR 82

6.7 mi · 9 min · Wallowa Lake Highway

Continue on OR 82

0.5 mi · 41 sec · Ruckman Avenue

Continue on OR 82

9.3 mi · 13 min · Wallowa Lake Highway

Continue on OR 82

0.3 mi · 29 sec · North McAlister Road

Turn right onto OR 82

0.3 mi · 30 sec · West 1st Street

Continue on OR 82

1.1 mi · 1 min · Island Avenue

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Merge onto I 84

94 mi · 1 hr 41 min · Old Oregon Trail Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 84; US 30

63 mi · 1 hr 7 min · Columbia River Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Toward US 97: Yakima, Bend

Turn left onto US 97

55 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Sherman Highway

Continue on US 97

0.4 mi · 52 sec · E Street

Turn straight onto US 97

12 mi · 16 min · Sherman Highway

Continue on US 97

25 mi · 29 min · The Dalles-California Highway

Continue on US 97

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Northeast 6th Street

Turn left onto US 26; US 97

264 ft · 12 sec · 4th Street

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 26; US 97

1.0 mi · 3 min · Southwest 4th Street

Continue on US 26; US 97

26 mi · 37 min · The Dalles-California Highway

Turn right onto US 97 Business

503 ft · 14 sec · Southwest Veterans Way

Turn left onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

60 ft · 1 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard

Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard

1.4 mi · 3 min · Southwest Canal Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

112 ft · 2 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard

Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southwest Canal Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

125 ft · 2 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard

Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard

3.8 mi · 6 min · Southwest Canal Boulevard

Continue on Old Bend Redmond Highway

3.5 mi · 6 min · Old Bend Redmond Highway

Enter roundabout onto Old Bend Redmond Highway

121 ft · 2 sec · Old Bend Redmond Highway

Continue on Old Bend Redmond Highway

3.1 mi · 5 min · Old Bend Redmond Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20

276 ft · 3 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20

130 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Continue on US 20

0.4 mi · 36 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20

118 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Continue on US 20

0.8 mi · 57 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Turn straight onto US 20; US 97 Business

439 ft · 13 sec · Northeast 3rd Street

Turn left onto Empire Avenue

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Empire Avenue

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Merge onto US 97

1.8 mi · 3 min · Bend Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto Northwest Lafayette Avenue

0.2 mi · 45 sec · Northwest Lafayette Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Northwest Wall Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Northwest Wall Street

Turn right onto Northwest Franklin Avenue

54 ft · 2 sec · Northwest Franklin Avenue

Arrive at destination

Northwest Franklin Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 356.9-mile drive, consider an early morning departure from Enterprise to maximize daylight hours. While it's feasible in one day, with a duration of 6 hours and 29 minutes, planning for one stop is recommended to stretch your legs and refuel. The route's 'turn-heavy' nature means staying attentive to navigation is key; avoid getting too focused on the scenery and missing a crucial turn. Given the local road focus, be aware of potentially slower speeds and varied road conditions. Your estimated fuel cost is around $71, so ensure you have enough to cover the trip.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 179.2 miles from Enterprise, OR, or about 3h 41m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.6 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 79 miles or 1h 52m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 179.2 miles or 3h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bend, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Enterprise, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Enterprise, OR

This is one driving day of about 358.4 miles and 7h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Enterprise, OR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Old Oregon Trail Highway for about 93.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Granger, WA

179 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

La Grande, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Granger, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 179.2 miles from Enterprise, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Old Oregon Trail Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bend, Oregon

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately mile 358.4

Hours: 4:30–8:30 pm

+15413122899

Visit website

Brickhouse

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bend, Oregon

0.2 mi

The Blacksmith Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bend, Oregon

0.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Café des Chutes

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bend, Oregon

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 358.4

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15416686114

Visit website

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 4:30–8:30 pm

+15413122899

Visit website

Brickhouse

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $100 or ab mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 4–8:30 pm

+15417280334

Visit website

The Blacksmith Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $50 to $10 mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15413180588

Visit website

Pine Tavern Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 12–8 pm

+15413825581

Visit website

Noi Thai Cuisine

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15416476904

Visit website

Wonderland Chicken Co X Worthy Brewing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+15416248443

Visit website

Jackson's Corner - Old Bend

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15416472198

Visit website

Blissful Spoon & Papillon

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Closed

+15412418181

Visit website

Café des Chutes

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15416686114

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Enterprise, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Enterprise, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 358.4

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15416471409

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 44.2 and 340.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

44.2 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | OR 82 / North 8th Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto OR 82 / North 8th Avenue

Navigation decision point

63.6 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in | I 84 / Old Oregon Trail Highway

Merge onto I 84 / Old Oregon Trail Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

220.1 mi into trip | ~4h 25m in

Take the exit toward US 97: Yakima, Bend

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 97: Yakima, Bend

313.3 mi into trip | ~6h 26m in | US 26; US 97 / 4th Street

Turn left onto US 26; US 97 / 4th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

340.9 mi into trip | ~7h 8m in | Southwest Canal Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$71.40 one way

$142.80 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 125 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$75.56	$151.12
premium	$5.59	$78.89	$157.78
diesel	$5.61	$79.13	$158.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$71

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$96–$121

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 125.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	107.5	1	$37.63	$17.20
Efficient EV	89.6	1	$31.36	$14.34
EV Truck/SUV	143.4	1	$50.18	$22.94

Gas CO2

125 kg

EV CO2

42 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Enterprise, OR

Evening in Enterprise on Saturday

Local time

6:16 PM

PDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bend, OR

Evening in Bend on Saturday

Local time

6:16 PM

PDT

Current temp

35°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

46°F

Granger, WA

179 mi in

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

31 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

7h 40m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The journey emphasizes navigating local roadways like West North Street, Wallowa Lake Highway, and Highway 82. Given the 'turn-heavy' profile, you'll be frequently adjusting your course, making it feel more like an exploration than a high-speed transit. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, suggesting a continuous engagement with the road rather than long, monotonous stretches. This character means you'll be actively driving for most of the 6 hours and 29 minutes.

Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

58 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 93.6 mi on Old Oregon Trail Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

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 44.2 miles in near OR 82 / North 8th Avenue.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 40m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 23 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 44.2 miles (OR 82 / North 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 63.6 miles (I 84 / Old Oregon Trail Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 220.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 40m. Total distance: 358.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 40m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 93.6 miles on Old Oregon Trail 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.

It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bend, OR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bend, OR before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Enterprise, OR to Bend, OR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails

Café des Chutes

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails

Brickhouse

The Blacksmith Restaurant

Pine Tavern Restaurant

Noi Thai Cuisine

Wonderland Chicken Co X Worthy Brewing

Jackson's Corner - Old Bend

Blissful Spoon & Papillon

Café des Chutes

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Drake Park

Wanderlust Tours

Mountain Air Trampoline Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Enterprise, OR

Bend, OR

Same local time

31 degrees cooler at arrival

7h 40m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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