Eugene to Bend EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Eugene to Bend — approximately 130 miles via OR-126. This guide introduces seasonal conditions and range estimates. Continue to the planner to check weather for your date, compare departures and plan charging stops.
Quick answer
- Distance: 130 mi (210 km)
- Elevation gain: 3,937 ft
- Highways: OR-126
- Chargers to know: Sisters Supercharger, Bend Supercharger
- In winter: Santiam Pass snow, McKenzie Pass closure, chain control
- In summer: wildfire smoke, closed burn-area detours
Estimated range & charging stops by EV
Compare estimates for the available vehicles in mild, cold and arctic scenarios. These examples illustrate the effect of cold; they are not today's forecast or a measurement of your battery's range.
| EV Model | Mild (70°F / 21°C) | Cold (20°F / -7°C) | Arctic (-10°F / -23°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 269 mi · no stops | 197 mi · no stops | 146 mi · no stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 289 mi · no stops | 210 mi · no stops | 156 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 278 mi · no stops | 208 mi · no stops | 157 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 284 mi · no stops | 214 mi · no stops | 161 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 231 mi · no stops | 171 mi · no stops | 127 mi · 1 stop |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 214 mi · no stops | 149 mi · no stops | 108 mi · 1 stop |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 252 mi · no stops | 187 mi · no stops | 140 mi · no stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 269 mi · no stops | 197 mi · no stops | 146 mi · no stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Sisters Supercharger, Bend Supercharger are charging locations to consider along OR-126. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Eugene to Bend
Winter on this corridor includes Santiam Pass snow, McKenzie Pass closure, chain control. Compare forecasts around your planned departure, then save the trip to follow changes in Live Mode. A higher score indicates lower forecast risk.
Summer conditions
In summer, plan for wildfire smoke, closed burn-area detours. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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