How far is Blackfoot, ID from Idaho Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Blackfoot, ID to Idaho Falls, ID is about 27.3 miles (44 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blackfoot and Idaho Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackfoot and Idaho Falls.
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Start on the route
11 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
49 m · 13 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West Idaho Street
102 m · 20 sec · West Idaho Street
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Turn left onto North Ash Street
677 ft · 20 sec · North Ash Street
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Turn right onto West Bridge Street
2824 ft · 50 sec · West Bridge Street
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Continue on Bergener Boulevard
2185 ft · 39 sec · Bergener Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
1730 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
22.9 mi · 21 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 26: Ammon, Jackson
1448 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto West Sunnyside Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · West Sunnyside Road
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Turn right onto Stonebrook Lane
142 m · 15 sec · Stonebrook Lane
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Turn right onto West Stone Run Lane
74 m · 16 sec · West Stone Run Lane
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Turn left onto Charleston Lane
46 m · 7 sec · Charleston Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Charleston Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blackfoot and Idaho Falls.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
22.9 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Blackfoot and Mostly Sunny near Idaho Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blackfoot to Idaho Falls?
The road trip is about 27.3 miles (44 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Firth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.7 miles from Blackfoot and 13.7 miles from Idaho Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.74 one way or $7.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Blackfoot and Mostly Sunny near Idaho Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blackfoot and Idaho Falls. Straight-line distance: 24.66 mi (39.68 km).
#1 Blackfoot
City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 12,034 |
| Coordinates | 43.1904700, -112.3449800 |
| Altitude | 1371 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Idaho Falls
The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.
| Population | 62,888 |
| Coordinates | 43.4665800, -112.0341400 |
| Altitude | 1434 |
| Country | United States |
End: Charleston Lane (-112.034479, 43.46658)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $3.74 | $7.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $4.37 | $8.73 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $5.20 | $10.39 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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