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Trip from Sandy, 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

3h 23m

Distance

136.3 mi

219 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 12m ★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 17m

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

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Sandy, OR

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Downtown Bend, OR, OR

Bend, OR

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Trip Overview

This 136.3-mile drive from Sandy, Oregon, to Bend, Oregon, is estimated to take about 3 hours and 23 minutes. It's a route that primarily utilizes local roads, with Warm Springs Highway, Mount Hood Highway, and The Dalles-California Highway forming the backbone of your journey. Given the duration and the nature of the drive, this trip is perfectly suited as a single-day adventure, and you can expect a fuel cost of approximately $27. The drive offers a change of scenery as you transition between the Pacific Coast regions of your origin and destination, making it an engaging way to spend your day.

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

68.1 miles from Sandy, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Warm Springs Highway 46.7 mi 1h 4m
Mount Hood Highway 30.6 mi 43m
The Dalles-California Highway 26.1 mi 37m
Northwest Warm Springs Highway 13.3 mi 19m
Old Bend Redmond Highway 6.6 mi 11m
Southwest Canal Boulevard 6.3 mi 12m
McKenzie-Bend Highway 2 mi 2m
Bend Parkway 1.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Warm Springs Highway — 46.7 mi, about 1h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

18 ft · 3 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto US 26

415 ft · 23 sec · Proctor Boulevard
3

Turn left onto Strauss Avenue

355 ft · 22 sec · Strauss Avenue
4

Turn left onto US 26

0.4 mi · 1 min · Pioneer Boulevard
5

Continue on US 26

31 mi · 43 min · Mount Hood Highway
6

Continue on US 26

47 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Warm Springs Highway
7

Continue on US 26

13 mi · 19 min · Northwest Warm Springs Highway
8

Continue on US 26; US 97

222 ft · 7 sec · 4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on US 26; US 97

1.0 mi · 3 min · Southwest 4th Street
10

Continue on US 26; US 97

26 mi · 37 min · The Dalles-California Highway
11

Turn right onto US 97 Business

503 ft · 14 sec · Southwest Veterans Way
12

Turn left onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

60 ft · 1 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard
14

Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard

1.4 mi · 3 min · Southwest Canal Boulevard
15

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

112 ft · 2 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard
16

Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southwest Canal Boulevard
17

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

125 ft · 2 sec · Southwest Canal Boulevard
18

Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard

3.8 mi · 6 min · Southwest Canal Boulevard
19

Continue on Old Bend Redmond Highway

3.5 mi · 6 min · Old Bend Redmond Highway
20

Enter roundabout onto Old Bend Redmond Highway

121 ft · 2 sec · Old Bend Redmond Highway
21

Continue on Old Bend Redmond Highway

3.1 mi · 5 min · Old Bend Redmond Highway
22

Enter roundabout onto US 20

276 ft · 3 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
23

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway
24

Enter roundabout onto US 20

130 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
25

Continue on US 20

0.4 mi · 36 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
26

Enter roundabout onto US 20

118 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
27

Continue on US 20

0.8 mi · 57 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
28

Turn straight onto US 20; US 97 Business

439 ft · 13 sec · Northeast 3rd Street
29

Turn left onto Empire Avenue

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Empire Avenue
30

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
31

Merge onto US 97

1.8 mi · 3 min · Bend Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Turn right onto Northwest Lafayette Avenue

0.2 mi · 45 sec · Northwest Lafayette Avenue
33

At end of road, turn left onto Northwest Wall Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Northwest Wall Street
34

Turn right onto Northwest Franklin Avenue

54 ft · 2 sec · Northwest Franklin Avenue
35

Arrive at destination

Northwest Franklin Avenue

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this drive is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for any spontaneous stops. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for brief breaks as needed, especially since much of the drive involves navigating local roads. Be mindful of the longest stretch of 46.7 miles on Warm Springs Highway, and ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking, as the estimated fuel cost is $27.

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 68.1 miles from Sandy, OR, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.7 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 30 miles or 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 68.1 miles or 1h 36m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 41m

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 Sandy, 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 Sandy, OR

This is one driving day of about 136.3 miles and 3h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Sandy, 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 Warm Springs Highway for about 46.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Warm Springs, OR, OR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warm Springs, OR

68 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.

Popular next leg

Warm Springs, OR to Bend, OR

59.5 mi · 1h 36m

Pacing Suggestions

Mount Hood Village, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warm Springs, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.1 miles from Sandy, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

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 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15416686114

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 77.9

Warm Springs, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 136.3

Bend, 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 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 87.6

Madras, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 116.8

Redmond, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Drake Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+15413897275

Visit website

Wanderlust Tours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+15413898359

Visit website

Mountain Air Trampoline Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 136.3

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15416471409

Visit website

Petersen Rock Garden & Museum

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 126.5

Redmond, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15419040557

Visit website

Avalon Aeropub

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.8

Redmond, Oregon

Hours: 5:30 am–7:30 pm

+15415166380

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 121 — 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 | US 26 / Proctor Boulevard

Turn right onto US 26 / Proctor Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Strauss Avenue

Turn left onto Strauss Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
118.5 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in | Southwest Canal Boulevard

Turn left onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
118.8 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | Southwest Canal Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
121 mi into trip | ~2h 56m in | Southwest Canal Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.15 one way

$54.31 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $28.74 $57.47
premium $5.59 $30.00 $60.00
diesel $5.61 $30.09 $60.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.9 0 $14.31 $6.54
Efficient EV 34.1 0 $11.93 $5.45
EV Truck/SUV 54.5 0 $19.08 $8.72

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (67% 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Sandy, OR

Night in Sandy on Saturday

Local time

10:57 PM

PDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bend, OR

Night in Bend on Saturday

Local time

10:57 PM

PDT

Current temp

35°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

72°F

Warm Springs, OR

68 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

21 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 23m 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 drive on this route, with highway stretches making up 100% of the journey. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 46.7 miles along Warm Springs Highway. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a more engaging experience with varied road conditions and frequent turns, characteristic of scenic byways and county roads. The character of the drive will likely shift as you navigate through different terrains and communities.

Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.7 mi on Warm Springs Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

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 early in the drive near US 26 / Proctor Boulevard.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 18 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 26 / Proctor Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Strauss Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 118.5 miles (Southwest Canal Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 136.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 46.7 miles on Warm Springs 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.

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: near the start (US 26 / Proctor Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Strauss Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 118.5 miles (Southwest Canal Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 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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