Trip from Bend, OR to Aloha, OR

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 56m

Distance

176 mi

283 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 44m ★

6 AM

3h 56m

8 AM

4h 22m

10 AM

4h 5m

12 PM

4h 3m

3 PM

4h 7m

5 PM

4h 21m

8 PM

3h 49m

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

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Bend, OR

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unincorporated community and census-designated place in Washington County, Oregon, United States

Aloha, OR

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Trip Overview

This 176-mile journey from Bend to Aloha, Oregon, will take approximately 3 hours and 56 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing the North Santiam Highway and I-5, this drive is well-suited for a single day trip, with a modest fuel cost estimated around $35. The route offers a balance between highway speeds and more winding local roads as you navigate through the Pacific Coast region. With only one recommended stop, you can easily cover this distance without needing an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or transition.

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 miles from Bend, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 176 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a highway share of about 24%, meaning much of your time will be spent on more intricate, local roadways rather than continuous interstate travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 78.9 miles on the North Santiam Highway, offering a significant segment of consistent driving before transitions. This route isn't a monotonous interstate grind; instead, it provides a varied driving experience that keeps you engaged as you move from the open spaces of the Pacific Coast region towards your destination.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

North Santiam Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 78.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway.

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 176 miles you will encounter 21 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: at 4 miles (US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 128.2 miles (I 5; OR 99E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 166.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4 mi into trip | ~9m in | US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

128.2 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in | I 5; OR 99E

Take the exit onto I 5; OR 99E toward I 5 North: Portland

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1B Toward I 5 North: Portland

166.5 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in

Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 292A Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton

172 mi into trip | ~3h 47m in

Take the exit toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 2A Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road

172.2 mi into trip | ~3h 47m in | OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway

Turn left onto OR 10 / Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

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 Bend, OR to Aloha, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.

Beaverton

166.5 mi in | ~3h 39m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
North Santiam Highway	78.9 mi	1h 47m
I 5	38.2 mi	45m
Santiam Highway	25.1 mi	31m
McKenzie-Bend Highway	19 mi	24m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway	4.8 mi	6m
Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway	2.6 mi	5m
Northeast 3rd Street	1 mi	2m
East Barclay Drive	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: North Santiam Highway — 78.9 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Northwest Franklin Avenue

432 ft · 27 sec · Northwest Franklin Avenue

Turn left onto Northwest Bond Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Northwest Bond Street

Turn right onto Northwest Wall Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Northwest Wall Street

Turn right onto Northwest Revere Avenue

372 ft · 10 sec · Northwest Revere Avenue

Continue on Northeast Revere Avenue

368 ft · 17 sec · Northeast Revere Avenue

Turn left onto Northeast Division Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Northeast Division Street

Continue on Division Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Division Street

Turn left onto US 20; US 97 Business

1.0 mi · 2 min · Northeast 3rd Street

Turn slight right onto US 20; US 97 Business

0.8 mi · 59 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20

133 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Continue on US 20

0.4 mi · 35 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20

130 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20

114 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Continue on US 20

2.0 mi · 2 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 20

123 ft · 1 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Continue on US 20

15 mi · 18 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway

Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street

70 ft · 1 sec · South Locust Street

Continue on South Locust Street

0.5 mi · 56 sec · South Locust Street

Turn left onto East Barclay Drive

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Barclay Drive

Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126

17 ft · 0 sec · Santiam Highway

Continue on US 20; OR 126

25 mi · 31 min · Santiam Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto OR 22

51 mi · 1 hr 14 min · North Santiam Highway

Continue on OR 22

0.5 mi · 33 sec · Northeast Santiam Boulevard

Continue on OR 22

0.6 mi · 43 sec · Northwest Santiam Boulevard

Continue on OR 22

28 mi · 32 min · North Santiam Highway

Take the exit onto I 5; OR 99E

38 mi · 45 min · I 5; OR 99E

Exit 1B Toward I 5 North: Portland Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 292A Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto OR 217

4.8 mi · 6 min · Beaverton-Tigard Freeway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Exit 2A Toward OR 8, OR 10: Beaverton, Canyon Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto OR 10

0.4 mi · 1 min · Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on OR 10

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southwest Farmington Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard

298 ft · 14 sec · Southwest Cedar Hills Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto OR 8

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Southwest Canyon Road

Continue on OR 8

2.6 mi · 5 min · Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway

Turn right onto Southwest 185th Avenue

52 ft · 5 sec · Southwest 185th Avenue

Turn right

19 ft · 1 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 56-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning is ideal to allow for a relaxed pace and potential brief stops. While only one stop is recommended, factoring in your personal need for breaks is key to a comfortable 176-mile trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when you're on the North Santiam Highway, as services might be less frequent than on major interstates. The $35 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always have a little extra buffer. This relatively short drive offers flexibility, so you can adjust your timing based on traffic or your desire to explore briefly along the way.

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 miles from Bend, OR, or about 2h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.9 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 39 miles or 54m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 88 miles or 2h 3m 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 13m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bend, 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 Bend, OR

This is one driving day of about 176 miles and 3h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Bend, 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 78.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 88 mi from Bend, OR · 2h 3m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sweet Home, OR

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

Sisters, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sweet Home, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88 miles from Bend, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before North Santiam Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.9 miles.

Arriving in Aloha, OR

The final approach into Aloha, OR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Aloha, OR.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.06 one way

$70.12 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$37.11	$74.21
premium	$5.59	$38.74	$77.48
diesel	$5.61	$38.86	$77.72

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: 61.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

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

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	52.8	$18.48	$8.45
Efficient EV	44	$15.40	$7.04
EV Truck/SUV	70.4	$24.64	$11.26

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bend, OR

Afternoon in Bend on Thursday

Local time

4:56 PM

PDT

Current temp

35°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Aloha, OR

Afternoon in Aloha on Thursday

Local time

4:56 PM

PDT

Current temp

44°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

9 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 56m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bend, OR to Aloha, OR covers 176 miles and takes about 3h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are North Santiam Highway, I 5, Santiam Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 88 miles from Bend, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Bend, OR to Aloha, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Beaverton along the way.

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Trip from Bend, OR to Aloha, OR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Aloha, OR

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bend, OR

Aloha, OR

Same local time

9 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 56m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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