Origin
Sisters, OR
Evening in Sisters on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sisters, OR to Bend, OR
Drive Time
31m
Distance
22.2 mi
36 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
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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Trip Overview
Traveling between Sisters and Bend is a quick, straightforward journey covering just 22.2 miles. You can expect to spend about 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes US 20, the McKenzie-Bend Highway, and the Bend Parkway to navigate between these two Pacific Coast region communities. With fuel costs estimated at $4, it is an incredibly budget-friendly excursion. Whether you are commuting or exploring, the simplicity of this connection offers a stress-free transition between the two towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.1 miles from Sisters, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 22.2-mile trek is a highway-focused drive, with 76% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You will experience a steady rhythm as you cover the longest stretch of 15 miles along US 20. The road transitions from open stretches into the flow of the Bend Parkway, providing a consistent pace for the duration of your 31-minute trip. Because it is a direct transit route, you can focus on the road ahead without the need for complex navigation or technical maneuvers.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 15 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 20 and McKenzie-Bend Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 20; OR 126 / East Cascade Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 (US 20; OR 126 / East Cascade Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 20; OR 126): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.3 miles (US 20; OR 126): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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US 20; OR 126 / East Cascade Avenue
Turn right onto US 20; OR 126 / East Cascade Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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US 20; OR 126
Keep slight right at fork onto US 20; OR 126
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
0.3 mi into trip
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US 20; OR 126
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
19.4 mi into trip
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~25m in
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Empire Avenue
Turn left onto Empire Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
19.6 mi into trip
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~26m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 20 | 15 mi | 18m |
| McKenzie-Bend Highway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Bend Parkway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Northwest Wall Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Cascade Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Lafayette Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Empire Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 20
— 15 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sisters, OR and Bend, OR.
1
Start on this road
137 ft
·
12 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto US 20; OR 126
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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East Cascade Avenue
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 20; OR 126
180 ft
·
7 sec
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US 20; OR 126
4
Enter roundabout onto US 20; OR 126
141 ft
·
2 sec
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US 20; OR 126
5
Continue on US 20; OR 126
15 mi
·
18 min
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US 20; OR 126
6
Enter roundabout onto US 20
133 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
7
Continue on US 20
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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McKenzie-Bend Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto US 20
127 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
9
Continue on US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 20
130 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
11
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 20
118 ft
·
1 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
13
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
McKenzie-Bend Highway
14
Turn straight onto US 20; US 97 Business
439 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northeast 3rd Street
15
Turn left onto Empire Avenue
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Empire Avenue
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
17
Merge onto US 97
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bend Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Northwest Lafayette Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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Northwest Lafayette Avenue
19
At end of road, turn left onto Northwest Wall Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Wall Street
20
Turn right onto Northwest Franklin Avenue
54 ft
·
2 sec
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Northwest Franklin Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Northwest Franklin Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip takes only 31 minutes, you have maximum flexibility to depart whenever your schedule allows. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the 22.2-mile distance is easily manageable in a single push. Keep in mind that with fuel costs totaling approximately $4, you can afford to be spontaneous with your travel timing. Aim to utilize the Bend Parkway during off-peak hours to ensure the smoothest transition into your destination. Given the short duration, treat this as a simple point-to-point transit rather than a multi-leg road trip.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.1 miles from Sisters, OR, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15 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 22.2 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.1 miles or 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 24m
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 Sisters, 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 Sisters, OR
This is one driving day of about 22.2 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sisters, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 20 for about 15 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.1 mi from Sisters, OR · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.1 miles from Sisters, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bend, OR
The final approach into Bend, 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 Bend, 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
$4.42 one way
$8.84 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $4.67 | $9.33 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.88 | $9.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.93 | $9.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Bend, OR
Evening in Bend on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
31°F
Madras, OR
11 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.
Temperature spread
3 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
31m 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 Sisters, OR to Bend, OR covers 22.2 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 20, McKenzie-Bend Highway, Bend Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.1 miles from Sisters, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.42 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 20; OR 126 / East Cascade Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 20; OR 126): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.3 miles (US 20; OR 126): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Sisters, OR to Bend, OR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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