Origin
Corvallis, OR
Afternoon in Corvallis on Saturday
Local time
12:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corvallis, OR to Bandon, OR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 51m
Distance
154.1 mi
248 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 39m
★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 16m
8 PM
3h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corvallis, OR
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Bandon, OR
Michael Villanueva
Trip Overview
The drive from Corvallis, OR to Bandon, OR covers 154.1 miles and takes about 3h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southwest 3rd Street, Highway 99, North 5th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
77 miles from Corvallis, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest 3rd Street | — | — |
| Highway 99 | — | — |
| North 5th Street | — | — |
| South 5th Street | — | — |
| Territorial Highway | — | — |
| Territorial Road | — | — |
| Highway 36 | — | — |
| Poodle Creek Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Southwest 3rd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corvallis, OR and Bandon, OR.
1
Start on Southwest 4th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 4th Street
2
Merge slight left onto Southwest 3rd Street
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Southwest 3rd Street
3
Continue on State Highway 99
12 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 99
4
Continue on North 5th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 5th Street
5
Turn right onto South 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 5th Street
6
Continue on Territorial Highway
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Territorial Highway
7
Continue on Territorial Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Territorial Road
8
At the end of the road, turn right onto Highway 36
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 36
9
Turn left onto Poodle Creek Road
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Poodle Creek Road
10
At the end of the road, turn right onto Highway 126
26 mi
·
36 min
·
Highway 126
11
Turn left onto Highway 126
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Highway 126
12
Merge slight right onto Oregon Coast Highway
22 mi
·
33 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
13
Continue on Winchester Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Winchester Avenue
14
Continue on Oregon Coast Highway
21 mi
·
30 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
15
Continue on Sherman Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sherman Avenue
16
Continue on Oregon Coast Highway
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Oregon Coast Highway
17
Continue on Tremont Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Tremont Avenue
18
Continue on North Bayshore Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bayshore Drive
19
Continue on North Broadway
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Broadway
20
Continue on Evans Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Evans Boulevard
21
Continue on Oregon Coast Highway
358 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oregon Coast Highway
22
Continue on Newport Lane
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Newport Lane
23
Continue on Oregon Coast Highway
22 mi
·
31 min
·
Oregon Coast Highway
24
Continue on 2nd Street Southeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street Southeast
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 77 miles from Corvallis, OR, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
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 34 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77 miles or 1h 55m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bandon, OR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corvallis, 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 Corvallis, OR
This is one driving day of about 154.1 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Corvallis, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77 miles from Corvallis, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.70 one way
$61.40 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $32.49 | $64.98 |
| premium | $5.59 | $33.92 | $67.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.02 | $68.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.18 | $7.40 |
| Efficient EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.57 | $9.86 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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
Bandon, OR
Afternoon in Bandon on Saturday
Local time
12:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
43°F
Florence, OR
77 mi in
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.
Road read
3h 51m 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?
154.1 mi in 3h 51m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Southwest 3rd Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Corvallis, OR to Bandon, OR is easy. At 3h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Corvallis, OR to Bandon, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 154.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Corvallis, OR to Bandon, OR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Bandon, OR, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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