La Pine, OR to Beaverton, OR is 201.8 miles and takes about 4h 25m via North Santiam Highway and I 5, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip crosses between two Pacific Coast regions, offering a varied driving experience. While much of the route utilizes surface roads, you'll encounter sections of highway that make for efficient travel. With a recommended one-day drive time, this is a manageable trip for most travelers looking to connect central Oregon with the Portland metropolitan area.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
100.9 miles from La Pine, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Santiam Highway
78.9 mi
1h 47m
I 5
38.2 mi
45m
The Dalles-California Highway
26 mi
32m
Santiam Highway
25.1 mi
31m
McKenzie-Bend Highway
19 mi
24m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
4.8 mi
6m
Bend Parkway
3.8 mi
6m
Northeast 3rd Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
North Santiam Highway
— 78.9 mi, about 1h 47m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 15 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,398 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~347 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 45 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 La Pine, OR and Beaverton, OR.
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Start on US 97
26 mi·32 min·The Dalles-California Highway
2
Continue on US 97
3.8 mi·6 min·Bend Parkway
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward Downtown Bend
4
Continue on Northeast Division Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Northeast Division Street
5
Continue on Division Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·Division Street
6
Turn left onto US 20; US 97 Business
1.0 mi·2 min·Northeast 3rd Street
7
Turn slight right onto US 20; US 97 Business
0.8 mi·59 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto US 20
133 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
9
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi·35 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 20
130 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
11
Continue on US 20
0.7 mi·1 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 20
114 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
13
Continue on US 20
2.0 mi·2 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
14
Enter roundabout onto US 20
123 ft·1 sec·McKenzie-Bend Highway
15
Continue on US 20
15 mi·18 min·McKenzie-Bend Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
70 ft·1 sec·South Locust Street
17
Continue on South Locust Street
0.5 mi·56 sec·South Locust Street
18
Turn left onto East Barclay Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·East Barclay Drive
19
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
17 ft·0 sec·Santiam Highway
20
Continue on US 20; OR 126
25 mi·31 min·Santiam Highway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22
51 mi·1 hr 14 min·North Santiam Highway
22
Continue on OR 22
0.5 mi·33 sec·Northeast Santiam Boulevard
23
Continue on OR 22
0.6 mi·43 sec·Northwest Santiam Boulevard
24
Continue on OR 22
28 mi·32 min·North Santiam Highway
25
Take the exit onto I 5; OR 99E
38 mi·45 min·I 5; OR 99E
Exit 1BToward I 5 North: PortlandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 292AToward OR 217: Tigard, BeavertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto OR 217
4.8 mi·6 min·Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Given the 4h 25m estimated drive time, leaving La Pine in the morning should allow you to reach Beaverton with plenty of daylight. Since it’s a single-day trip, you have flexibility in when you stop, but consider breaking up the 78.9-mile stretch on the North Santiam Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before leaving more rural areas, and note the estimated fuel cost of $40. This route is straightforward, primarily using North Santiam Highway and I-5, so navigation should be simple.
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 100.9 miles from La Pine, OR, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.9 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 44 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.9 miles or 2h 15m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaverton, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving La Pine, 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 La Pine, OR
This is one driving day of about 201.8 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from La Pine, 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 78.9 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 33 and 201.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
33 mi into trip|~44m in|US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
157.2 mi into trip|~3h 29m in|I 5; OR 99E
Take the exit onto I 5; OR 99E toward I 5 North: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward I 5 North: Portland
8
195.5 mi into trip|~4h 15m in
Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
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 292A
Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
8
201 mi into trip|~4h 22m in
Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
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 2A
Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road
6
201.2 mi into trip|~4h 23m in|OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.76 one way
$71.52 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$38.29
$76.59
premium
$5.04
$40.06
$80.12
diesel
$4.80
$38.10
$76.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
EV Charging Along Route
22 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Bend, OR - Tesla Supercharger
Bend, OR
Tesla
8 DCFC
Bend, OR - Southwest Industrial Way - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.5
0
$21.19
$9.69
Efficient EV
50.5
0
$17.66
$8.07
EV Truck/SUV
80.7
1
$28.25
$12.92
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
La Pine, OR
Night
in La Pine on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Patchy Smoke
NW 0 to 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:40AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Beaverton, OR
Night
in Beaverton on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Clear
NNW 2 to 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:40AM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 25m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 covers 201.8 miles, with 23% on highways and the rest on surface roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 78.9 miles on the North Santiam Highway. Expect to transition from highway cruising to more frequent intersections and potentially slower speeds as you move onto the surface road sections. The shift from I-5 to surface roads will likely involve navigating more local traffic and varied speed limits.
Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.9 mi on North Santiam 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 33 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 201.8 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 33 miles (US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 157.2 miles (I 5; OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 195.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,757 ft174 ft
Total Climb
1,771 ft
Total Descent
5,812 ft
Highest Point
4,757 ft
~72.1 mi in
Elevation Range
4,583 ft
Notable High Points
4,446 ft at ~14.4 miles+209 ft prominence
4,757 ft at ~72.1 miles+1,379 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from La Pine, OR to Beaverton, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Bend along the way.
Beaverton is a western suburb in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Beaverton is an economic center for Washington County along with neighboring Hillsboro. It is home to the world headquarters of Nike, Inc., and to about 100,000 people (2019).
Top landmarks
•Fanno Farmhouse — historic house in Beaverton, Oregon, USA
•Beaverton Downtown Historic District — historic district in Oregon, USA
•John Quincy Adams Young House — historic house near Portland, Oregon, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 25m. Total distance: 201.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (23%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.9 miles on North Santiam Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 33 miles (US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 157.2 miles (I 5; OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 195.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Beaverton, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
