How far is Nyssa, OR from Bend, OR?
Fastest route
The distance from Nyssa, Oregon 97913 to Bend, Oregon is approximately 264 miles (425 kilometers). The fastest route via US-20 W is expected to take around 4 hours and 24 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Head west on Main St toward S 2nd St.
- 🛣️ Continue onto US-20 W/US-26 W/Thunderegg Blvd.
- 🔄 Turn left onto US-20 W/US-26 W and continue on US-20 W.
- ➡️ Turn right onto US-20 W/US-395 S/W Monroe St (signs for Lakeview).
- 🔄 At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto US-20.
- 🏦 Pass by Wells Fargo Bank (on the left in 1.1 mi).
- 🗺️ Turn left onto NE 10th St and then right at the 2nd cross street onto NE Franklin Ave. At the next traffic circle, continue straight to stay on NE Franklin Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚦 Plan your journey in advance and check for any potential traffic conditions or road closures.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🕑 Consider making rest stops along the way, especially if it's a long drive.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you stay on the correct route.
- 🧭 Be aware of the time zone change at your destination to avoid any scheduling confusion.
- 📱 Carry a mobile phone and a car charger in case of emergencies.
- 🚧 Observe traffic rules and signs for a safe and smooth journey.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 39m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nyssa and Bend.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nyssa and Bend.
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Start on East Main Street
1379 ft · 23 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on Central Oregon Highway
7.8 mi · 12 min · Central Oregon Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Central Oregon Highway
128 m · 6 sec · Central Oregon Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Central Oregon Highway
11.4 mi · 13 min · Central Oregon Highway
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Continue on Washington Street East
1.1 mi · 1 min · Washington Street East
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Merge slight right onto Central Oregon Highway
54.7 mi · 1 hr 42 min · Central Oregon Highway
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Continue on 4th Street
1725 ft · 1 min · 4th Street
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Continue on Central Oregon Highway
57.1 mi · 1 hr 47 min · Central Oregon Highway
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Continue on North Broadway Avenue
695 ft · 40 sec · North Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West D Street
86 m · 18 sec · West D Street
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Turn left onto North Alvord Avenue
2240 ft · 2 min · North Alvord Avenue
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Turn right onto West Monroe Street
1638 ft · 58 sec · West Monroe Street
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Continue on Hines Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · Hines Boulevard
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Continue on Oregon Avenue
125.8 mi · 2 hr 27 min · Oregon Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Central Oregon Highway
48 m · 2 sec · Central Oregon Highway
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Exit the rotary onto Central Oregon Highway
2529 ft · 34 sec · Central Oregon Highway
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Continue on Northeast Highway 20
1.9 mi · 3 min · Northeast Highway 20
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Continue on Northeast Greenwood Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Northeast Greenwood Avenue
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Continue on Northwest Greenwood Avenue
1523 ft · 1 min · Northwest Greenwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Northwest Wall Street
1108 ft · 52 sec · Northwest Wall Street
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Turn right onto Northwest Franklin Avenue
16 m · 2 sec · Northwest Franklin Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest Franklin Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nyssa and Bend.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Oregon Avenue
Continue on Oregon Avenue
126 mi · 02h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers leaving Nyssa and Chance Light Rain near Bend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nyssa to Bend?
The road trip is about 263.7 miles (424.4 km) and usually takes 04h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Burns is a useful midpoint, sitting about 131.7 miles from Nyssa and 131.9 miles from Bend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 215.2 miles (346.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:40 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.04 one way or $92.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Nyssa and Bend, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Nyssa and Chance Light Rain near Bend.
Stop Ideas Near Burns
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Burns.
Burns, Oregon
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nyssa and Bend. Straight-line distance: 215.19 mi (346.31 km).
#1 Nyssa
City in Malheur County, Oregon, United States
| Population | 3,231 |
| Coordinates | 43.8768300, -116.9948800 |
| Altitude | 664 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bend
The most populous city in Deschutes County, Oregon.
| Population | 101,886 |
| Coordinates | 44.0581700, -121.3153100 |
| Altitude | 1106 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northwest Franklin Avenue (-121.315318, 44.058163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 424 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $46.04 | $92.09 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $49.64 | $99.29 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $51.76 | $103.53 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $59.20 | $118.41 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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