Bakersfield to Bend: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Bend?

The distance from Bakersfield to Bend is 612.3 miles (985.4 km) as the crow flies. Bend is located N of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 734.8 miles, taking about 14h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bakersfield 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.