Drive times in Central Oregon are quick and convenient. With a truly regional workforce, it’s not unusual for individuals to drive from Bend or Sisters to Redmond for work. Based on 2020 US Census information, drive time averages less than 21 minutes for Deschutes County residents than for those who live in Crook or Jefferson Counties; given the more rural nature and smaller populations of these two counties.
The commute between Redmond and Bend—frequent commute by the majority of the population—is less than a half an hour; and if you live and work in Redmond, drive time is under 10 minutes.