Origin
Terrebonne, OR
Afternoon in Terrebonne on Wednesday
Local time
4:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
4h 46m
Distance
210.3 mi
338 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terrebonne, OR
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Ashland, OR
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The drive from Terrebonne, OR to Ashland, OR covers 210.3 miles and takes about 4h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on The Dalles-California Highway, Dead Indian Memorial Road, Westside Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 111.7 miles on The Dalles-California Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
105.1 miles from Terrebonne, OR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 46m drive with frequent turns across 210.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 0.3 miles in near US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 46m drive. You will face about 22 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (Southwest Canal Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (Southwest Canal Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto US 97 / The Dalles-California Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Southwest Canal Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto Empire Avenue
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Terrebonne, OR to Ashland, OR, road signs begin pointing toward Crater Lake along the way.
Crater Lake
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| The Dalles-California Highway | 111.7 mi | 2h 17m |
| Dead Indian Memorial Road | 36.4 mi | 49m |
| Westside Road | 15.5 mi | 21m |
| Old Bend Redmond Highway | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| Southwest Canal Boulevard | 6.3 mi | 12m |
| Falls Highway | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Bend Parkway | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| Crater Lake Highway | 5.3 mi | 7m |
Step-by-step road directions between Terrebonne, OR and Ashland, OR.
Start on 11th Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 97
Turn right onto US 97 Business
Turn left onto Southwest Canal Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard
Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard
Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Southwest Canal Boulevard
Continue on Southwest Canal Boulevard
Continue on Old Bend Redmond Highway
Enter roundabout onto Old Bend Redmond Highway
Continue on Old Bend Redmond Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 20
Continue on US 20
Enter roundabout onto US 20
Continue on US 20
Enter roundabout onto US 20
Continue on US 20
Turn straight onto US 20; US 97 Business
Turn left onto Empire Avenue
Take the exit
Merge onto US 97
Continue on US 97
Take the exit
Turn right onto OR 422
Turn right onto OR 62
Turn left onto Loosley Road
Turn right onto Weed Road East
Turn left onto Sevenmile Road
Continue on CR 531
Continue on West Side Road
Continue on CR 531
At end of road, turn right onto OR 140
Turn left onto CR 533
At end of road, turn right onto OR 66
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto East Main Street
Turn right onto OR 99
Arrive at destination
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.
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 46 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.1 miles or 2h 21m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ashland, OR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Terrebonne, 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 Terrebonne, OR
This is one driving day of about 210.3 miles and 4h 46m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.1 mi from Terrebonne, OR · 2h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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.
A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 105.1 miles from Terrebonne, 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 111.7 miles.
The final approach into Ashland, 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 Ashland, OR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$41.89 one way
$83.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $44.34 | $88.67 |
| premium | $5.59 | $46.29 | $92.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.43 | $92.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.1 | 0 | $22.08 | $10.09 |
| Efficient EV | 52.6 | 0 | $18.40 | $8.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.1 | 1 | $29.44 | $13.46 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Terrebonne on Wednesday
Local time
4:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Ashland on Wednesday
Local time
4:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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