How far is Blackfoot, ID from Rexburg, ID?
The driving distance from Blackfoot, ID to Rexburg, ID is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52 miles (83.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blackfoot and Rexburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackfoot and Rexburg.
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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
26 mi · 25 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone
1434 ft · 35 sec
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Continue on Rigby Highway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Rigby Highway
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
15.4 mi · 16 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Yellowstone Highway
7 mi · 8 min · Yellowstone Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
1430 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
92 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blackfoot and Rexburg.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
26 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Light Rain Likely leaving Blackfoot and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Rexburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blackfoot to Rexburg?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km) and usually takes 00h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Idaho Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Blackfoot and 27.3 miles from Rexburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52 miles (83.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.51 one way or $15.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Blackfoot and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Rexburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blackfoot and Rexburg. Straight-line distance: 51.98 mi (83.66 km).
#1 Blackfoot
City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 12,034 |
| Coordinates | 43.1904700, -112.3449800 |
| Altitude | 1371 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rexburg
City in and county seat of Madison County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 29,400 |
| Coordinates | 43.8260200, -111.7896900 |
| Altitude | 1483 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-111.78969, 43.826057)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.51 | $15.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $8.17 | $16.33 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $8.78 | $17.56 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $10.45 | $20.89 |
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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