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Trip from Reedsport, OR to Terrebonne, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 53m

Distance

217.5 mi

350 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 40m ★
6 AM
4h 54m
8 AM
5h 21m
10 AM
5h 3m
12 PM
5h 1m
3 PM
5h 5m
5 PM
5h 20m
8 PM
4h 46m

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

city in Oregon, USA

Reedsport, OR

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census-designated place in Deschutes County, Oregon

Terrebonne, OR

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 217.5-mile journey from Reedsport, OR to Terrebonne, OR, a trip that will take approximately 4 hours and 53 minutes. This route, primarily following the McKenzie Highway and Umpqua Highway before merging onto OR 99, is well-suited for a single day of travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $43, it's an economical option for exploring the state. The drive offers a turn-heavy local feel, making it an engaging experience rather than a simple point-to-point commute. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout your drive.

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

108.8 miles from Reedsport, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
McKenzie Highway 62.5 mi 1h 25m
Umpqua Highway 52.4 mi 1h 15m
OR 99 31.5 mi 37m
Santiam Highway 28.4 mi 35m
Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway 19.8 mi 22m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway 6.2 mi 8m
The Dalles-California Highway 5.7 mi 8m
State Highway 38 3.2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: McKenzie Highway — 62.5 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Reedsport, OR and Terrebonne, OR.

1

Start on North 4th Street

34 ft · 4 sec · North 4th Street
2

Turn right onto OR 38

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Fir Avenue
3

Continue on OR 38

36 mi · 52 min · Umpqua Highway
4

Continue on OR 38

3.2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 38
5

Continue on OR 38

11 mi · 14 min · Umpqua Highway
6

Continue on OR 99

0.1 mi · 28 sec · West B Avenue
7

Turn left onto OR 99

0.1 mi · 26 sec · North First Street
8

Continue on OR 99

6.2 mi · 8 min · Umpqua Highway
9

Take the ramp onto OR 99

185 ft · 4 sec · OR 99
10

Keep slight left at fork onto OR 99

31 mi · 37 min · OR 99
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 194A Toward OR 126 East: Springfield, McKenzie River
12

Merge onto OR 126

6.2 mi · 8 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
13

Turn left onto OR 126

430 ft · 12 sec · Main Street
14

Keep slight right at fork onto OR 126

2.5 mi · 4 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on OR 126

46 mi · 1 hr 2 min · McKenzie Highway
16

Continue on OR 126

20 mi · 22 min · Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway
17

At end of road, turn right onto US 20; OR 126

28 mi · 35 min · 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 · North Locust Street
21

Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126

248 ft · 3 sec · US 20; OR 126
22

Continue on US 20; OR 126

0.3 mi · 56 sec · US 20; OR 126
23

Continue on OR 126

17 mi · 22 min · McKenzie Highway
24

Continue on OR 126

2.4 mi · 5 min · Southwest Highland Avenue
25

Keep slight left at fork onto OR 126

122 ft · 5 sec · Southwest Highland Avenue
26

Merge onto US 97; OR 126

5.7 mi · 8 min · The Dalles-California Highway
27

Turn right onto 11th Street

0.3 mi · 40 sec · 11th Street
28

Arrive at destination

11th Street

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour, 53-minute drive, starting in the morning will give you ample time to reach Terrebonne without feeling rushed, especially considering the turn-heavy nature of the route. Plan for one significant stop to break up the 217.5 miles and enjoy the local scenery. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without services is 62.5 miles on McKenzie Highway. Given the route's character, being mindful of your surroundings and any posted speed limits on local roads is key to a safe and enjoyable trip.

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 108.8 miles from Reedsport, OR, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.5 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 48 miles or 1h 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 108.8 miles or 2h 29m 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 58m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Reedsport, 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 Reedsport, OR

This is one driving day of about 217.5 miles and 4h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Reedsport, 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 62.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Oregon, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sweet Home, OR

109 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

Drain, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sweet Home, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108.8 miles from Reedsport, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before McKenzie Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.5 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 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 192.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | OR 38 / Fir Avenue

Turn right onto OR 38 / Fir Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
49.7 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | OR 99 / North First Street

Turn left onto OR 99 / North First Street

Navigation decision point

6
87.6 mi into trip | ~1h 59m in

Take the exit toward OR 126 East: Springfield, McKenzie River

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

Exit 194A Toward OR 126 East: Springfield, McKenzie River
6
94.3 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | OR 126 / Main Street

Keep slight right at fork onto OR 126 / Main Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
192.3 mi into trip | ~4h 16m in | US 20; OR 126

Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.33 one way

$86.66 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $45.85 $91.71
premium $5.59 $47.88 $95.75
diesel $5.61 $48.02 $96.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 65.3 0 $22.84 $10.44
Efficient EV 54.4 0 $19.03 $8.70
EV Truck/SUV 87 1 $30.45 $13.92

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Reedsport, OR

Late night in Reedsport on Sunday

Local time

3:11 AM

PDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Terrebonne, OR

Late night in Terrebonne on Sunday

Local time

3:11 AM

PDT

Current temp

34°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

20 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

4h 53m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive presents a turn-heavy local character, meaning you'll experience frequent changes in direction and road type. With only a 16% highway share, expect more intimate interactions with the landscape. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 62.5 miles along the McKenzie Highway, offering a chance to settle in before the road begins to wind again. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; it's a route that keeps you engaged behind the wheel, with a dynamic feel as you transition between different local roads and the more established OR 99.

Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.5 mi on McKenzie Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

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 early in the drive near OR 38 / Fir Avenue.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 217.5 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: near the start (OR 38 / Fir Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49.7 miles (OR 99 / North First Street): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Reedsport, OR to Terrebonne, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Mckenzie River along the way.

Mckenzie River

87.6 mi in | ~1h 59m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 53m. Total distance: 217.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 62.5 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.

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 Terrebonne, 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: near the start (OR 38 / Fir Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49.7 miles (OR 99 / North First Street): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Terrebonne, 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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