Apple Valley, California to Bend: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Apple Valley, California from Bend?

The distance from Apple Valley, California to Bend is 696.1 miles (1120.2 km) as the crow flies. Bend is located NNW of Apple Valley, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 835.2 miles, taking about 16h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, California in California and Bend in Oregon.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Apple Valley, California and Bend. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.