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Trip from Yoncalla, 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 40m

Distance

169.5 mi

273 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 28m ★
6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 33m

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

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city in Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Yoncalla, OR

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Bend, OR

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Trip Overview

Spanning 169.5 miles across Oregon, this trip from Yoncalla to Bend takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. Because the journey is manageable in a single day, you can comfortably complete the trek without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of routes, utilizing I-5, the McKenzie Highway, and the Santiam Highway to reach your destination. Budgeting roughly $34 for fuel should cover your transit costs for this one-way trip. Since both the origin and destination fall within the Pacific Coast region, the drive offers a consistent geographic feel, though the terrain transitions as you head inland. It is a straightforward, practical route that serves as an efficient way to connect these two Oregon points.

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

84.8 miles from Yoncalla, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
McKenzie Highway 45.9 mi 1h 2m
I 5 38.7 mi 44m
Santiam Highway 28.4 mi 35m
Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway 19.8 mi 22m
US 20 15 mi 18m
Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway 6.2 mi 8m
McKenzie-Bend Highway 4 mi 5m
Elkhead Road 3.3 mi 5m
Longest stretch: McKenzie Highway — 45.9 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Alder Street

139 ft · 8 sec · Alder Street
2

Turn right onto Applegate Avenue

320 ft · 10 sec · Applegate Avenue
3

Turn right onto OR 99

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Eagle Valley Road
4

Turn left onto CR 7

3.3 mi · 5 min · Elkhead Road
5

Turn slight right onto CR 7

460 ft · 9 sec · CR 7
6

Continue on CR 8

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Scotts Valley Road
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
8

Merge onto I 5

39 mi · 44 min · I 5
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 194A Toward OR 126 East: Springfield, McKenzie River
10

Merge onto OR 126

6.2 mi · 8 min · Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway
11

Turn left onto OR 126

430 ft · 12 sec · Main Street
12

Keep slight right at fork onto OR 126

2.5 mi · 4 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on OR 126

46 mi · 1 hr 2 min · McKenzie Highway
14

Continue on OR 126

20 mi · 22 min · Clear Lake-Belknap Springs Highway
15

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

28 mi · 35 min · Santiam Highway
16

Enter roundabout onto West Barclay Drive

226 ft · 3 sec · West Barclay Drive
17

Continue on West Barclay Drive

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Barclay Drive
18

At end of road, turn right onto North Locust Street

0.5 mi · 51 sec · North Locust Street
19

Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126

248 ft · 3 sec · US 20; OR 126
20

Continue on US 20; OR 126

15 mi · 18 min · US 20; OR 126
21

Enter roundabout onto US 20

133 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
22

Continue on US 20

2.0 mi · 3 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway
23

Enter roundabout onto US 20

127 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
24

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway
25

Enter roundabout onto US 20

130 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
26

Continue on US 20

0.4 mi · 36 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
27

Enter roundabout onto US 20

118 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
28

Continue on US 20

0.8 mi · 57 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
29

Turn straight onto US 20; US 97 Business

439 ft · 13 sec · Northeast 3rd Street
30

Turn left onto Empire Avenue

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Empire Avenue
31

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
32

Merge onto US 97

1.8 mi · 3 min · Bend Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Turn right onto Northwest Lafayette Avenue

0.2 mi · 45 sec · Northwest Lafayette Avenue
34

At end of road, turn left onto Northwest Wall Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Northwest Wall Street
35

Turn right onto Northwest Franklin Avenue

54 ft · 2 sec · Northwest Franklin Avenue
36

Arrive at destination

Northwest Franklin Avenue

Trip Plan

For the best experience, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 3-hour and 40-minute duration. Since the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps avoid potential congestion on the highway portions. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $34 estimate assumes consistent driving conditions; topping off before you head onto the more remote stretches of the McKenzie or Santiam Highways is a smart move. Because this route involves a mix of road types, ensure your vehicle is prepared for varying speeds and technical conditions. Taking this single-day approach gives you the freedom to reach Bend at a pace that works for your travel style.

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 84.8 miles from Yoncalla, OR, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.9 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 37 miles or 45m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 84.8 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 2h 58m

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 Yoncalla, 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 Yoncalla, OR

This is one driving day of about 169.5 miles and 3h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Yoncalla, 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 45.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Oregon, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oakridge, OR

85 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

Oakridge, OR to Bend, OR

97.4 mi · 2h 13m

Pacing Suggestions

Springfield, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oakridge, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.8 miles from Yoncalla, 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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15416686114

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 145.3

Sisters, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 169.5

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

1.9 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 145.3

Sisters, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 169.5

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 169.5

Bend, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Drake Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 169.5

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 169.5

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 169.5

Bend, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15416471409

Visit website

Portal Adventures - Eugene and Springfield

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 48.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 2–8 pm

+15417806180

Visit website

Clearwater Park and Landing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 48.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15417364544

Visit website

Mount Pisgah Arboretum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 36.3

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+15417473817

Visit website

Howard Buford Recreation Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 36.3

Eugene, Oregon

+15417473817

Visit website

Willamalane Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 48.4

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15417364544

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 166.8 — 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 | Applegate Avenue

Turn right onto Applegate Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
42.9 mi into trip | ~52m 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
49.7 mi into trip | ~1h 2m 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
147.6 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in | US 20; OR 126

Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
166.8 mi into trip | ~3h 34m in | Empire Avenue

Turn left onto Empire Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.77 one way

$67.53 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $35.74 $71.47
premium $5.59 $37.31 $74.62
diesel $5.61 $37.42 $74.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 50.9 0 $17.80 $8.14
Efficient EV 42.4 0 $14.83 $6.78
EV Truck/SUV 67.8 0 $23.73 $10.85

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Yoncalla, OR

Late night in Yoncalla on Sunday

Local time

12:33 AM

PDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bend, OR

Late night in Bend on Sunday

Local time

12:33 AM

PDT

Current temp

35°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

28 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 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 mixed driving experience that shifts from major thoroughfares to more localized roads. Roughly 33% of your journey will be spent on highways, so be prepared for a transition between standard interstate travel and the more technical nature of the McKenzie and Santiam Highways. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 45.9 miles while traveling along the McKenzie Highway, which allows you to settle into a rhythm after exiting the faster-paced I-5. The road's personality fluctuates, requiring you to stay alert as the infrastructure changes. By balancing these different road types, the 169.5-mile drive keeps you engaged without feeling like a monotonous interstate grind.

33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.9 mi on McKenzie Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 22 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Applegate Avenue.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 169.5 miles you will encounter 22 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 (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 42.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.7 miles (OR 126 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Yoncalla, OR to Bend, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Mckenzie River along the way.

Mckenzie River

42.9 mi in | ~52m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 169.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 45.9 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.

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 (Applegate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 42.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.7 miles (OR 126 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 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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