How far is Boise, ID from Filer, ID?
The driving distance from Boise, ID to Filer, ID is about 128.3 miles (206.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.1 miles (173.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Elmore County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boise and Filer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boise and Filer.
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Start on the route
36 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
80 m · 21 sec
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Turn right onto South 6th Street
849 ft · 39 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left onto West Myrtle Street
1 km · 1 min · West Myrtle Street
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Turn right onto South Broadway Avenue
2.8 mi · 6 min · South Broadway Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward I 84 East
2049 ft · 46 sec · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
101.3 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 46: Wendell
1959 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto South 1950 East
4.8 mi · 7 min · South 1950 East
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Continue on East 3500 South
4.3 mi · 6 min · East 3500 South
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Continue on North 1500 East Road
5.6 mi · 8 min · North 1500 East Road
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Turn left onto North 1500 East Road
115 m · 13 sec · North 1500 East Road
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Continue on East 4100 North
6.6 mi · 9 min · East 4100 North
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Turn left onto East 3950 North
1.4 km · 3 min · East 3950 North
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Turn right onto Stevens Avenue
110 m · 17 sec · Stevens Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
1677 ft · 48 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Yakima Street
4 m · 1 sec · Yakima Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Yakima Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boise and Filer.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
101 mi · 01h 35m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Boise and Chance Rain Showers near Filer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boise to Filer?
The road trip is about 128.3 miles (206.5 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Glenns Ferry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.1 miles from Boise and 64.2 miles from Filer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.1 miles (173.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.2 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 1:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.64 one way or $35.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Boise and Chance Rain Showers near Filer.
Stop Ideas Near Glenns Ferry
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Twin Falls, Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boise and Filer. Straight-line distance: 108.06 mi (173.91 km).
#1 Boise
The capital of Idaho.
| Population | 228,959 |
| Coordinates | 43.6135000, -116.2034500 |
| Altitude | 823 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Filer
City in Twin Falls County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 2,931 |
| Coordinates | 42.5701900, -114.6078200 |
| Altitude | 1148 |
| Country | United States |
End: Filer (-114.60782, 42.57019)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.64 | $35.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $19.17 | $38.33 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $20.61 | $41.21 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $24.52 | $49.03 |
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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