Origin
Bend, OR
Afternoon in Bend on Friday
Local time
4:07 PM
PDT
Current temp
35°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bend, OR to South Lebanon, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
108 mi
174 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
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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South Lebanon, OR
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Trip Overview
Bend, OR to South Lebanon, OR is 108 miles and takes about 2h 34m via Santiam Highway, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive traverses the Pacific Coast region, primarily sticking to local roads. Expect a route with frequent turns, making it less about covering ground quickly and more about navigating the local landscape. With just one stop suggested and a longest stretch of 79.3 miles, this trip is well-suited for a single day, allowing for a relaxed pace and the flexibility to explore as you go.
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
54 miles from Bend, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 108 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This is a turn-heavy local drive, with no highway mileage, meaning you'll be navigating a network of smaller roads for the entire 108 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 79.3 miles on the Santiam Highway, offering a sustained period on a single road before the turns begin to increase. The McKenzie-Bend Highway also plays a role, contributing to the local feel of the journey. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation rather than long periods of cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Santiam Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 79.3 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.
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 2h 34m drive. You will face about 14 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 0.9 miles (Northwest Revere Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Northwest Bond Street
Turn left onto Northwest Bond Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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Northwest Revere Avenue
Turn right onto Northwest Revere Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
21.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
South Locust Street
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Santiam Highway | 79.3 mi | 1h 50m |
| McKenzie-Bend Highway | 19 mi | 24m |
| Main Street | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Northeast 3rd Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Crowfoot Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Barclay Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Northeast Division Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Locust Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Santiam Highway
— 79.3 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bend, OR and South Lebanon, OR.
1
Start on Northwest Franklin Avenue
432 ft
·
27 sec
·
Northwest Franklin Avenue
2
Turn left onto Northwest Bond Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Bond Street
3
Turn right onto Northwest Wall Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Wall Street
4
Turn right onto Northwest Revere Avenue
372 ft
·
10 sec
·
Northwest Revere Avenue
5
Continue on Northeast Revere Avenue
368 ft
·
17 sec
·
Northeast Revere Avenue
6
Turn left onto Northeast Division Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Division Street
7
Continue on Division Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Division Street
8
Turn left onto US 20; US 97 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 3rd Street
9
Turn slight right onto US 20; US 97 Business
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 20
133 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
11
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 20
130 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
13
Continue on US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
14
Enter roundabout onto US 20
114 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
15
Continue on US 20
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto US 20
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
17
Continue on US 20
15 mi
·
18 min
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
18
Enter roundabout onto South Locust Street
70 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Locust Street
19
Continue on South Locust Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Locust Street
20
Turn left onto East Barclay Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Barclay Drive
21
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
Santiam Highway
22
Continue on US 20; OR 126
25 mi
·
31 min
·
Santiam Highway
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20; OR 126
43 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
Santiam Highway
24
Continue on US 20
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
25
Continue on US 20
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Santiam Highway
26
Turn left onto Crowfoot Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Crowfoot Road
27
Turn left
303 ft
·
22 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 34m estimated drive time and the turn-heavy nature of this route, leaving in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. You’ll want to plan for your single suggested stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or where you anticipate needing a break. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $22 budget is an estimate and local roads can sometimes have fewer services than major highways. A key tip for this trip is to ensure your GPS or navigation system is fully updated, as the frequent turns on local roads make accurate directions essential.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 54 miles from Bend, OR, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.3 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54 miles or 1h 14m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Lebanon, 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 108 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 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 Santiam Highway for about 79.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54 mi from Bend, OR · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54 miles from Bend, 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 79.3 miles.
Arriving in South Lebanon, OR
The final approach into South Lebanon, 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 South Lebanon, 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
$21.51 one way
$43.03 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $22.77 | $45.54 |
| premium | $5.59 | $23.77 | $47.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.85 | $47.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.34 | $5.18 |
| Efficient EV | 27 | 0 | $9.45 | $4.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.2 | 0 | $15.12 | $6.91 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
South Lebanon, OR
Afternoon in South Lebanon on Friday
Local time
4:07 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°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
8 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
2h 34m 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 South Lebanon, OR covers 108 miles and takes about 2h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Santiam Highway, McKenzie-Bend Highway, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54 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 $21.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 34m drive. You will face about 14 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 0.9 miles (Northwest Revere Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (US 20 / McKenzie-Bend Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Bend, OR to South Lebanon, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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