How far is Boise, ID from Idaho City, ID?
The driving distance from Boise, ID to Idaho City, ID is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.7 miles (38.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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.
City in Ada County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boise and Idaho City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boise and Idaho City.
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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
1.8 mi · 2 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 21: Idaho City, Gowen Road
763 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Lucky Peak State Park, Idaho City
63 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto East Gowen Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Gowen Road
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Continue on East Highway 21
11.3 mi · 16 min · East Highway 21
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Continue on State Highway 21
2196 ft · 34 sec · State Highway 21
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Continue on Ponderosa Pine Scenic Route
21.3 mi · 33 min · Ponderosa Pine Scenic Route
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Turn left onto Main Street
1065 ft · 53 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Wall Street
139 m · 20 sec · West Wall Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Wall Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boise and Idaho City.
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.
Ponderosa Pine Scenic Route
Continue on Ponderosa Pine Scenic Route
21.3 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Sunny leaving Boise and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Idaho City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boise to Idaho City?
The road trip is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Garden City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Boise and 20.3 miles from Idaho City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.7 miles (38.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.40 one way or $12.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Boise and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Idaho City.
Stop Ideas Near Garden City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Garden City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boise and Idaho City. Straight-line distance: 23.66 mi (38.08 km).
#1 Boise
The capital of Idaho.
| Population | 228,959 |
| Coordinates | 43.6135000, -116.2034500 |
| Altitude | 823 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Idaho City
City in Boise County, Idaho
| Population | 467 |
| Coordinates | 43.8285000, -115.8345500 |
| Altitude | 1191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Idaho City (-115.83455, 43.8285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $4.48 | $6.40 | $12.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.80 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Premium | $5.08 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
| Diesel | $6.50 | $9.30 | $18.59 |
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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