Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bend travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bend

With a population of 76,639, Bend is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bend deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Bend

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Pavilion (61240 Skyline Ranch Rd) and Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge (225 SW Century Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Bend

Bend in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bend in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bend in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 1.9″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bend, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Bend

Plane

Although Bend doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bend/Redmond (RDM), which is located 16 miles from Bend. Eugene is the most popular, with regular flights from Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bend departs from Seattle and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Located 1.6 miles from the city center, Bend Riverhouse is the busiest station in Bend. Another popular train station is Bend Hawthorne Intermodal Center, located 0.7 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Bend is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 121 miles from Bend. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Portland.

Plane

Although Bend doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bend/Redmond (RDM), which is located 16 miles from Bend. Eugene is the most popular, with regular flights from Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bend departs from Seattle and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Located 1.6 miles from the city center, Bend Riverhouse is the busiest station in Bend. Another popular train station is Bend Hawthorne Intermodal Center, located 0.7 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Bend is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 121 miles from Bend. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Portland.

Airports near Bend

EUGEugene
RDMBend/Redmond

Airlines serving Bend

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,748 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,698 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,113 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,859 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,098 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,198 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,525 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,487 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,662 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,787 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,493 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,692 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,591 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (501 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bend

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Budget Inn Bend and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bend. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Bend, with prices from $40 to $1,320 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Bend are about 26% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Bend by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Bend

Most booked hotels in Bend

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Oxford Hotel Bend
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 195 reviews)
$251+
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Element Bend
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 199 reviews)
$114+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bend
3 stars
Excellent (9, 517 reviews)
$144+
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Sunriver Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 344 reviews)
$168+
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The Pines at Sunriver
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 132 reviews)
$124+
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Campfire Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1596 reviews)
$81+
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Renting a car in Bend

Renting a car in Bend costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Bend/Redmond.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Standard (Subaru Outback or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bend, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bend costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Bend/Redmond.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Standard (Subaru Outback or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bend, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Bend

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

Compact

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$27/day

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