Bend to Merced: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bend from Merced?

The distance from Bend to Merced is 468.8 miles (754.5 km) as the crow flies. Merced is located S of Bend. By car, the driving distance is approximately 562.6 miles, taking about 11h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Bend in Oregon and Merced 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 Merced. 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.