Origin
Bend, OR
Late night in Bend on Wednesday
Local time
5:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bend, OR to Cave Junction, OR
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
5h 5m
Distance
220.1 mi
354 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 52m
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6 AM
5h 6m
8 AM
5h 33m
10 AM
5h 15m
12 PM
5h 12m
3 PM
5h 16m
5 PM
5h 31m
8 PM
4h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bend, OR
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Cave Junction, OR
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Trip Overview
This 220.1-mile drive from Bend to Cave Junction, Oregon, will take approximately 5 hours and 5 minutes. Designed as a single-day adventure, it covers a fuel cost estimate of $44. You'll primarily navigate The Dalles-California Highway, Crater Lake Highway, and Redwood Highway. The route offers a turn-heavy local feel, making it an engaging journey rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so expect a consistent regional landscape throughout. This trip is well-suited for a day trip, allowing ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed.
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
110.1 miles from Bend, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter numerous turns and changes in direction as you traverse the 220.1 miles. With only 17% of the route on highways, much of your time will be spent on more intimate local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 71.1 miles along The Dalles-California Highway. This suggests a journey where the scenery and road conditions may shift frequently, requiring your attention and offering varied driving experiences.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
The Dalles-California Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 71.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.1 miles in near Northwest Bond Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 5m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Northwest Bond Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Northwest Minnesota Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Northwest Lava Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Northwest Bond Street
Turn left onto Northwest Bond Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Northwest Minnesota Avenue
Turn right onto Northwest Minnesota Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Northwest Lava Road
Turn left onto Northwest Lava Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Northwest Oregon Avenue
Turn right onto Northwest Oregon Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
188.3 mi into trip
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~4h 15m in
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Highway #001CP - East Grants Pass Connection #1
Take the exit onto Highway #001CP - East Grants Pass Connection #1 toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bend, OR and Cave Junction, OR, road signs point toward Ocean Beaches and Crescent City.
Ocean Beaches
188.3 mi in
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~4h 15m
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via Highway #001CP - East Grants Pass Connection #1
Crescent City
188.3 mi in
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~4h 15m
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via Highway #001CP - East Grants Pass Connection #1
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| The Dalles-California Highway | 71.1 mi | 1h 28m |
| Crater Lake Highway | 41.4 mi | 59m |
| Redwood Highway | 27 mi | 39m |
| Diamond Lake Highway | 23.8 mi | 35m |
| I 5 | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| State Highway 234 | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| East Diamond Lake Highway | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 138 | 6.3 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
The Dalles-California Highway
— 71.1 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bend, OR and Cave Junction, OR.
1
Start on Northwest Franklin Avenue
432 ft
·
27 sec
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Northwest Franklin Avenue
2
Turn left onto Northwest Bond Street
368 ft
·
17 sec
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Northwest Bond Street
3
Turn right onto Northwest Minnesota Avenue
397 ft
·
18 sec
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Northwest Minnesota Avenue
4
Turn left onto Northwest Lava Road
389 ft
·
18 sec
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Northwest Lava Road
5
Turn right onto Northwest Oregon Avenue
125 ft
·
5 sec
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Northwest Oregon Avenue
6
Continue on Northwest Hawthorne Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Northwest Hawthorne Avenue
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 97
3.4 mi
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5 min
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Bend Parkway
8
Continue on US 97
71 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
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The Dalles-California Highway
9
Turn right onto OR 138
6.3 mi
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8 min
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State Highway 138
10
Continue on OR 138
8.4 mi
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11 min
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East Diamond Lake Highway
11
Continue on OR 138
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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North Umpqua Highway
12
Turn left onto OR 230
24 mi
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35 min
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Diamond Lake Highway
13
Continue on Crater Lake Highway
41 mi
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59 min
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Crater Lake Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto OR 234
11 mi
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14 min
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State Highway 234
15
Continue on OR 234
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Sams Valley Highway
16
Continue on OR 234
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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4th Avenue
17
Turn left onto OR 234
391 ft
·
18 sec
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Dardanelles Street
18
Turn left onto OR 99
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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2nd Avenue
19
Turn right onto OR 99
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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Access Road
20
Take the ramp onto Highway #271AA - Sams Valley Highway Spur Connection
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Highway #271AA - Sams Valley Highway Spur Connection
21
Merge onto I 5
14 mi
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16 min
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I 5
22
Take the exit onto Highway #001CP - East Grants Pass Connection #1
0.3 mi
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29 sec
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Highway #001CP - East Grants Pass Connection #1
Toward US 199: Redwood Highway, Ocean Beaches, Crescent City
23
Continue on US 199
2.6 mi
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4 min
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Grants Pass Parkway
24
Continue on US 199
27 mi
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39 min
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Redwood Highway
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn left onto Laurel Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Laurel Road
26
Turn right onto North Old Stage Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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North Old Stage Road
27
Turn right onto OR 46
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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Caves Highway
28
Turn straight
351 ft
·
25 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, departing in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. While this is a manageable one-day trip, plan for at least one stop to break up the drive and refuel if necessary. The longest stretch without a major road change is over 71 miles, so be mindful of your fuel levels, especially before entering that segment. Budgeting around $44 for fuel is a good starting point for this 220.1-mile journey. Keep an eye on your navigation as the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route suggests frequent adjustments.
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 110.1 miles from Bend, OR, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.1 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.1 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cave Junction, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bend, 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 Bend, OR
This is one driving day of about 220.1 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 The Dalles-California Highway for about 71.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.1 mi from Bend, OR · 2h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 110.1 miles from Bend, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before The Dalles-California Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.1 miles.
Arriving in Cave Junction, OR
The final approach into Cave Junction, 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 Cave Junction, 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
$43.85 one way
$87.69 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $46.40 | $92.81 |
| premium | $5.59 | $48.45 | $96.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.60 | $97.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66 | 0 | $23.11 | $10.56 |
| Efficient EV | 55 | 0 | $19.26 | $8.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88 | 1 | $30.81 | $14.09 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Cave Junction, OR
Late night in Cave Junction on Wednesday
Local time
5:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
37°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
2 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
5h 5m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bend, OR to Cave Junction, OR covers 220.1 miles and takes about 5h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are The Dalles-California Highway, Crater Lake Highway, Redwood Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110.1 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 $43.85 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 5m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Northwest Bond Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Northwest Minnesota Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Northwest Lava Road): Navigation decision point.
Between Bend, OR and Cave Junction, OR, road signs point toward Ocean Beaches and Crescent City.
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