How far is Coeur d'Alene, ID from Ashton, ID?
The driving distance from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Ashton, ID is about 457.6 miles (736.5 km), with a travel time of about 08h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 357.4 miles (575.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT.
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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 10m.
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
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City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coeur d'Alene and Ashton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene and Ashton.
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Start on East Garden Avenue
940 ft · 43 sec · East Garden Avenue
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Turn right onto North 7th Street
1497 ft · 50 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn left onto Sherman Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Sherman Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward I 90 East
278.9 mi · 4 hr 40 min
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Keep slight right
33.9 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 359: Cardwell, Boulder
1555 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right
46 m · 3 sec
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 18 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
28 mi · 33 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
40.4 mi · 45 min
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Turn right
8.6 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
9.1 mi · 12 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
41.7 mi · 51 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Turn left onto Main Street
2026 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coeur d'Alene and Ashton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 East
Take the ramp right toward I 90 East
279 mi · 04h 40m
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.
Sunny leaving Coeur d'Alene and Sunny near Ashton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coeur d'Alene to Ashton?
The road trip is about 457.6 miles (736.5 km) and usually takes 08h 10m 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 228.5 miles from Coeur d'Alene and 229.1 miles from Ashton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 357.4 miles (575.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 100.2 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT. 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 $62.87 one way or $125.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 143.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Coeur d'Alene and Ashton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Coeur d'Alene and Sunny near Ashton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coeur d'Alene and Ashton. Straight-line distance: 357.43 mi (575.23 km).
#1 Coeur d'Alene
A city in Kootenai County, Idaho.
| Population | 52,414 |
| Coordinates | 47.6776800, -116.7804700 |
| Altitude | 667 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ashton
City in Fremont County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,050 |
| Coordinates | 44.0715800, -111.4482900 |
| Altitude | 1603 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ashton (-111.44829, 44.07158)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 737 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 42m |
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 | $62.87 | $125.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $68.33 | $136.66 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $73.47 | $146.93 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $87.40 | $174.81 |
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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