How far is Bonners Ferry, ID from Post Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Bonners Ferry, ID to Post Falls, ID is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.3 miles (118 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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City in Bonner County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonners Ferry and Post Falls.
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Start on Main Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
73.7 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit right
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Spokane Street
1913 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto North Spokane Street
1710 ft · 1 min · North Spokane Street
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Turn left onto West 10th Avenue
872 ft · 38 sec · West 10th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 10th Avenue
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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73.7 mi · 01h 31m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Bonners Ferry and Partly Sunny near Post Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bonners Ferry to Post Falls?
The road trip is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Dover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.7 miles from Bonners Ferry and 40.2 miles from Post Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.3 miles (118 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.25 one way or $22.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Bonners Ferry and Partly Sunny near Post Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Dover
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bonners Ferry and Post Falls. Straight-line distance: 73.34 mi (118.03 km).
#1 Bonners Ferry
City in Idaho
| Population | 2,637 |
| Coordinates | 48.6913300, -116.3163100 |
| Altitude | 578 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Post Falls
City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 36,250 |
| Coordinates | 47.7179600, -116.9515900 |
| Altitude | 665 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 10th Avenue (-116.951612, 47.717931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.25 | $22.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $12.23 | $24.46 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $13.15 | $26.29 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
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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