How far is Coeur d'Alene, ID from Sandpoint, ID?
The driving distance from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Sandpoint, ID is about 46 miles (74.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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 00m.
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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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Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint.
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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
42.8 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right
1895 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto East Superior Street
702 ft · 12 sec · East Superior Street
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Turn slight right onto South 1st Avenue
1921 ft · 34 sec · South 1st Avenue
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Continue on Cedar Street
1381 ft · 27 sec · Cedar Street
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Turn right onto North 5th Avenue
55 m · 6 sec · North 5th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 5th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint.
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
Turn right
42.8 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Rain leaving Coeur d'Alene and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sandpoint.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coeur d'Alene to Sandpoint?
The road trip is about 46 miles (74.1 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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 miles from Coeur d'Alene and 23 miles from Sandpoint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 4:30 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.31 one way or $12.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Coeur d'Alene and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sandpoint.
Stop Ideas Near Athol
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Rathdrum Mountain Recreation Area
Spirit Lake City Hall
Athol Community Center
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 Sandpoint. Straight-line distance: 42.69 mi (68.71 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 Sandpoint
City in Idaho
| Population | 8,931 |
| Coordinates | 48.2765900, -116.5532500 |
| Altitude | 639 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sandpoint (-116.55325, 48.27659)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.31 | $12.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.85 | $13.71 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $7.37 | $14.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
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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