Origin
Terrebonne, OR
Late night in Terrebonne on Sunday
Local time
4:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
113.2 mi
182 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terrebonne, OR
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Lebanon, OR
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Terrebonne to Lebanon is 113.2 miles and takes about 2h 41m via Santiam Highway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oregon, traversing the Pacific Coast region on both ends. Expect a local drive with a lot of turns, making it a good option for those who prefer a more engaging journey over a straight shot. It's a single-day trip, so you have flexibility in when you depart and how you pace your journey.
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
56.6 miles from Terrebonne, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Santiam Highway | 80.8 mi | 1h 52m |
| McKenzie Highway | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| The Dalles-California Highway | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Highland Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Barclay Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Glacier Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Terrebonne, OR and Lebanon, OR.
Start on 11th Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 97
Take the exit onto OR 126
Merge onto OR 126
Merge onto OR 126
Continue on OR 126
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
Continue on South Locust Street
Turn left onto East Barclay Drive
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
Continue on US 20; OR 126
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20; OR 126
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Turn left onto East Grant Street
Turn left onto US 20
Arrive at destination
Given this is a 1-day drive of just over 2.5 hours, you have the luxury of a flexible start time. Aiming to depart in the morning will allow ample daylight for the entire 113.2-mile journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without significant services might be around 80.8 miles on Santiam Highway, so it's wise to top off before heading out. With only one designated stop, plan for a brief pause to stretch your legs or grab a quick refreshment rather than a prolonged break.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 25 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.6 miles or 1h 18m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lebanon, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Terrebonne, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Terrebonne, OR
This is one driving day of about 113.2 miles and 2h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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.
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 56.6 miles from Terrebonne, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Santiam Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 113.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126 / Santiam Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20; OR 126 / Santiam Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto US 20 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$22.55 one way
$45.10 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $23.87 | $47.73 |
| premium | $5.59 | $24.92 | $49.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.99 | $49.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34 | 0 | $11.89 | $5.43 |
| Efficient EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.85 | $7.24 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Terrebonne on Sunday
Local time
4:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
4:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire 113.2 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 80.8 miles along the Santiam Highway. As you navigate through Oregon, be prepared for varied road conditions and frequent changes in direction rather than long, straightaways. The McKensie Highway and The Dalles-California Highway also play roles in this drive, contributing to its less predictable, more dynamic nature.
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 around 0.3 miles in near US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (South Locust Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.5 miles (US 20; OR 126 / Santiam Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 113.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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