How far is Coeur d'Alene, ID from Ponderay, ID?
The driving distance from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Ponderay, ID is about 47.9 miles (77.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coeur d'Alene and Ponderay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene and Ponderay.
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Start on East Garden Avenue
1400 ft · 1 min · East Garden Avenue
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Turn right onto North Government Way
1.6 mi · 4 min · North Government Way
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Turn left onto West Appleway Avenue
1305 ft · 26 sec · West Appleway Avenue
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Turn right
44.2 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right
1667 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
68 m · 15 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Birch Avenue
18 m · 3 sec · Birch Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Birch Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coeur d'Alene and Ponderay.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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44.2 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Coeur d'Alene and Mostly Sunny near Ponderay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coeur d'Alene to Ponderay?
The road trip is about 47.9 miles (77.1 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Athol is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Coeur d'Alene and 24 miles from Ponderay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 4:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.58 one way or $13.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Coeur d'Alene and Mostly Sunny near Ponderay.
Stop Ideas Near Athol
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 Athol.
Sandpoint station
Deer Park, WA
Spokane Intermodal Center
Loon Lake, WA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coeur d'Alene and Ponderay. Straight-line distance: 44.85 mi (72.18 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 Ponderay
City in Bonner County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,157 |
| Coordinates | 48.3054800, -116.5338000 |
| Altitude | 648 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ponderay (-116.5338, 48.30548)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $7.15 | $14.30 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $9.15 | $18.29 |
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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