Origin
La Pine, OR
Night in La Pine on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
29°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from La Pine, OR to Bend, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
La Pine, OR
Rafael Minguet Delgado
Bend, OR
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Trip Overview
Spanning just 29.9 miles, the drive from La Pine to Bend is a quick, straightforward journey that comfortably fits into a single day. You can expect to spend about 40 minutes on the road, making this an ideal trip for those looking for efficiency rather than a multi-day excursion. Budget roughly $6 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Pacific Coast region locations. Because the trip is so short, you won't need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you plenty of flexibility in your schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that serves as a direct link between the two areas. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, this drive is a manageable and budget-friendly choice.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| The Dalles-California Highway | 26 mi | 32m |
| Bend Parkway | 3 mi | 5m |
| Northwest Sisemore Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Franklin Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Colorado Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Scott Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
The Dalles-California Highway
— 26 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Pine, OR and Bend, OR.
1
Start on US 97
26 mi
·
32 min
·
The Dalles-California Highway
2
Continue on US 97
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Bend Parkway
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Downtown Bend, Mount Bachelor
4
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Scott Street
238 ft
·
5 sec
·
Southeast Scott Street
5
Continue on Northwest Colorado Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Northwest Colorado Avenue
6
Turn right onto Northwest Sisemore Street
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Northwest Sisemore Street
7
Turn left onto Northwest Franklin Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Franklin Avenue
8
Arrive at destination
Northwest Franklin Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 29 and 29.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
29 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward Downtown Bend, Mount Bachelor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Downtown Bend, Mount Bachelor
5
29.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Southeast Scott Street
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast Scott Street
Navigation decision point
4
29.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Northwest Sisemore Street
Turn right onto Northwest Sisemore Street
Navigation decision point
5
29.7 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
Northwest Franklin Avenue
Turn left onto Northwest Franklin Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.96 one way
$11.91 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.30 | $12.61 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Destination
Bend, OR
Night in Bend on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local-style drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will spend roughly 10% of your time on highways, with your primary navigation taking you along The Dalles-California Highway, the Bend Parkway, and Northwest Sisemore Street. A significant portion of your journey involves a 26-mile stretch on The Dalles-California Highway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted part of the trip. The character of the road shifts from open highway segments to more technical maneuvers as you navigate into the city. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires your full attention to manage the turns and transitions between different road types.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26 mi on The Dalles-California Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 29 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from La Pine, OR to Bend, OR is easy. At 40m with 10% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.1 miles (Southeast Scott Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles (Northwest Sisemore Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 29.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26 miles on The Dalles-California Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.1 miles (Southeast Scott Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles (Northwest Sisemore Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bend, OR before heading back.
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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