How far is Sisters, OR from Bend, OR?
Fastest route
The distance between Sisters, Oregon 97759 and Bend, Oregon is approximately 22.4 miles (36 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 33 minutes via US-20 E and US-97 S.
Directions
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Take E Hood Ave to US-20 E: Drive south toward E Hood Ave, then turn left onto E Hood Ave. The distance for this segment is 0.3 miles (0.5 kilometers), and it should take around 1 minute.
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Continue on US-20 E to Bend: Follow US-20 E for approximately 17.8 miles (28.6 kilometers). At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto US-20 W. After 1.3 miles (2.1 kilometers), turn left onto NE Empire Ave. Travel for another 0.1 mile (0.2 kilometers), and then merge onto US-97 S.
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Drive to NW Franklin Ave: Proceed on US-97 S for approximately 2.4 miles (3.9 kilometers). Then, turn right onto NW Hawthorne Ave (signs for Hawthorne Avenue) and drive for 413 feet (126 meters). Next, turn left at the first cross street onto NW Hill St and continue for 0.1 mile (0.2 kilometers). Finally, turn right onto NW Franklin Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the route before starting your trip.
- 🚧 Stay attentive to road signs and follow the designated routes.
- 🕑 Consider alternative routes if there are any reported road closures or construction.
- 🚦 Observe the speed limits and drive safely.
- 📱 Use a GPS navigation app or map for real-time updates on traffic conditions and directions.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 28m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sisters and Bend.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sisters and Bend.
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Start on the route
42 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto East Cascade Avenue
1288 ft · 32 sec · East Cascade Avenue
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Keep slight right
55 m · 8 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
43 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
15 mi · 19 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward McKenzie-Bend Highway
40 m · 2 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto McKenzie-Bend Highway
2 mi · 3 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward McKenzie-Bend Highway
39 m · 2 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto McKenzie-Bend Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward McKenzie-Bend Highway
40 m · 2 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto McKenzie-Bend Highway
2131 ft · 36 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward McKenzie-Bend Highway
36 m · 2 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto McKenzie-Bend Highway
1.3 km · 58 sec · McKenzie-Bend Highway
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Turn straight onto Northeast 3rd Street
134 m · 13 sec · Northeast 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Empire Avenue
821 ft · 21 sec · Empire Avenue
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Take the exit right
1333 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bend Parkway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Bend Parkway
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Turn right onto Northwest Lafayette Avenue
954 ft · 46 sec · Northwest Lafayette Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Northwest Wall Street
1848 ft · 1 min · 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 Sisters and Bend.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East Cascade Avenue
Exit the roundabout
15 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Sisters and Sunny near Bend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sisters to Bend?
The road trip is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Redmond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.1 miles from Sisters and 11.4 miles from Bend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.91 one way or $7.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sisters and Sunny near Bend.
Stop Ideas Near Redmond
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 Redmond.
Redmond Airport, Oregon
Redmond, Oregon
Bend, OR
Hawthorne Intermodal Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sisters and Bend. Straight-line distance: 19.83 mi (31.91 km).
#1 Sisters
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 2,811 |
| Coordinates | 44.2909500, -121.5492100 |
| Altitude | 973 |
| 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: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $4.22 | $8.43 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $4.40 | $8.79 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $5.03 | $10.06 |
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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