Bend to Madera: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bend from Madera?

The distance from Bend to Madera is 494.7 miles (796.2 km) as the crow flies. Madera is located S of Bend. By car, the driving distance is approximately 593.7 miles, taking about 11h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Bend in Oregon and Madera in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bend and Madera. 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.