Origin
Oak Grove, OR
Late night in Oak Grove on Tuesday
Local time
3:49 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oak Grove, OR to Bend, OR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
176.5 mi
284 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
★
6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Grove, OR
Ylanite Koppens
Bend, OR
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Trip Overview
Oak Grove to Bend is 176.5 miles and takes about 3h 55m via North Santiam Highway and I 5, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region of Oregon to another part of the same region, offering a change of scenery without leaving the state. Expect a route that's more about navigating local roads than cruising on uninterrupted highway. It’s a single-day trip, so you can plan for a relaxed start or get on the road early, depending on your preference.
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
88.3 miles from Oak Grove, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Santiam Highway | 104.3 mi | 2h 18m |
| I 5 | 33.7 mi | 39m |
| US 20 | 15 mi | 18m |
| Abernethy Bridge | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| McKenzie-Bend Highway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Bend Parkway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| McLoughlin Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
North Santiam Highway
— 104.3 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Grove, OR and Bend, OR.
1
Start on this road
81 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
75 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn left onto Southeast Rupert Drive
443 ft
·
19 sec
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Southeast Rupert Drive
4
Turn left onto Southeast Oak Grove Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southeast Oak Grove Boulevard
5
Turn right onto OR 99E
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard
6
Continue on OR 99E
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
McLoughlin Boulevard
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 205 South: West Linn, Salem
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 205
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Abernethy Bridge
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
508 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 5 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on this road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Toward I 5 South: Salem
11
Merge onto I 5
34 mi
·
39 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
14
Turn left onto OR 22; OR 99E Bus
28 mi
·
32 min
·
North Santiam Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on OR 22
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Northwest Santiam Boulevard
16
Continue on OR 22
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Northeast Santiam Boulevard
17
Continue on OR 22
76 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
North Santiam Highway
18
Enter roundabout onto West Barclay Drive
226 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Barclay Drive
19
Continue on West Barclay Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Barclay Drive
20
At end of road, turn right onto North Locust Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
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North Locust Street
21
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
248 ft
·
3 sec
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US 20; OR 126
22
Continue on US 20; OR 126
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 20; OR 126
23
Enter roundabout onto US 20
133 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
24
Continue on US 20
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
25
Enter roundabout onto US 20
127 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
26
Continue on US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
27
Enter roundabout onto US 20
130 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
28
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
29
Enter roundabout onto US 20
118 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
30
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
31
Turn straight onto US 20; US 97 Business
439 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northeast 3rd Street
32
Turn left onto Empire Avenue
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Empire Avenue
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
34
Merge onto US 97
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bend Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Turn right onto Northwest Lafayette Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Northwest Lafayette Avenue
36
At end of road, turn left onto Northwest Wall Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Wall Street
37
Turn right onto Northwest Franklin Avenue
54 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northwest Franklin Avenue
38
Arrive at destination
Northwest Franklin Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of about 4 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush hour traffic in Oak Grove and still arrive in Bend with ample daylight. Plan for one primary stop to break up the drive, perhaps around the halfway point, to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the highway share is low, meaning you might encounter fewer large service areas than on a pure interstate route. A good tip is to check your tires before you leave, as the more varied road surfaces can be more demanding.
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 88.3 miles from Oak Grove, OR, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.3 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 39 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.3 miles or 1h 51m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bend, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oak Grove, 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 Oak Grove, OR
This is one driving day of about 176.5 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Oak Grove, 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 104.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.3 miles from Oak Grove, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North Santiam Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 47.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 205 South: West Linn, Salem
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 205 South: West Linn, Salem
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 205 / Abernethy Bridge
Merge onto I 205 / Abernethy Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
12.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Salem
5
13.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
47.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Bend
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 253
Toward OR 22, OR 99E Business: Detroit Lake, Be...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.16 one way
$70.32 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $37.21 | $74.42 |
| premium | $5.59 | $38.85 | $77.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.97 | $77.94 |
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: 61.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.9 | 0 | $18.53 | $8.47 |
| Efficient EV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.44 | $7.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.71 | $11.30 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Destination
Bend, OR
Late night in Bend on Tuesday
Local time
3:49 AM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live 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
32 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
3h 55m 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?
This journey is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 29% of the route on highways. While a significant portion of your time will be spent on more winding local roads, you'll also encounter stretches of faster travel. The longest continuous segment you'll drive is 104.3 miles on the North Santiam Highway, offering a good period of consistent progress. Be prepared for varied driving conditions as you transition between the more direct highway sections and the more intricate local road network.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.3 mi on North Santiam Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 176.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.5 miles (I 205 / Abernethy Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Bend, OR
Full guide →Bend is the county seat of Deschutes County in Central Oregon.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 55m. Total distance: 176.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.3 miles on North Santiam 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 route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.5 miles (I 205 / Abernethy Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Bend, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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