How far is Chubbuck, ID from Rathdrum, ID?
The driving distance from Chubbuck, ID to Rathdrum, ID is about 538 miles (865.8 km), with a travel time of about 08h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 400.5 miles (644.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 53m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Snow Showers
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chubbuck and Rathdrum.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chubbuck and Rathdrum.
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Start on Yellowstone Avenue
3016 ft · 59 sec · Yellowstone Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left
1129 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 53 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Idaho Falls
3046 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight right
244.5 mi · 3 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 90 West: Missoula
2808 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
283.4 mi · 4 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right
1671 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right
130 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto North Highway 41
6.7 mi · 10 min · North Highway 41
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Turn left onto North McCartney Street
1192 ft · 38 sec · North McCartney Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
93 m · 11 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Mill Street
74 m · 7 sec · North Mill Street
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Turn right onto West Highway 53
125 m · 13 sec · West Highway 53
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Highway 53
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chubbuck and Rathdrum.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
283 mi · 04h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Chubbuck and Mostly Sunny near Rathdrum.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chubbuck to Rathdrum?
The road trip is about 538 miles (865.8 km) and usually takes 08h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Salmon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 268.7 miles from Chubbuck and 269.2 miles from Rathdrum.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 400.5 miles (644.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 137.5 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $73.93 one way or $147.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 168.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chubbuck and Rathdrum, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Chubbuck and Mostly Sunny near Rathdrum.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chubbuck and Rathdrum. Straight-line distance: 400.45 mi (644.46 km).
#1 Chubbuck
City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 15,588 |
| Coordinates | 42.9207500, -112.4660900 |
| Altitude | 1363 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rathdrum
City in Koostenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 9,150 |
| Coordinates | 47.8124000, -116.8965900 |
| Altitude | 674 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rathdrum (-116.89659, 47.8124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 866 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $73.93 | $147.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $80.35 | $160.69 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $86.39 | $172.77 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $102.77 | $205.55 |
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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