How far is Fort Hall, ID from Post Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Fort Hall, ID to Post Falls, ID is about 524.1 miles (843.4 km), with a travel time of about 07h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 390.7 miles (628.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 15h 57m 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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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 Fort Hall and Post Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Hall and Post Falls.
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Start on B Avenue
26 m · 6 sec · B Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Street
557 ft · 28 sec · 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Treaty Highway
1531 ft · 32 sec · North Treaty Highway
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Turn left onto West Agency Road
1 mi · 2 min · West Agency Road
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Turn right onto North Eagle Road
2620 ft · 58 sec · North Eagle Road
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Turn left onto East Ross Fork Road
2650 ft · 59 sec · East Ross Fork Road
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Take the ramp left
1410 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
236.7 mi · 3 hr 42 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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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
285.8 mi · 4 hr 50 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
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Hall and Post Falls.
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
286 mi · 04h 50m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Fort Hall and Rain near Post Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Hall to Post Falls?
The road trip is about 524.1 miles (843.4 km) and usually takes 07h 58m 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 263 miles from Fort Hall and 261 miles from Post Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 390.7 miles (628.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 133.4 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 $71.98 one way or $143.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 164.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Fort Hall and Post Falls, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Fort Hall and Rain near Post Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Hall and Post Falls. Straight-line distance: 390.68 mi (628.74 km).
#1 Fort Hall
City in Idaho, United States of America
| Population | 3,201 |
| Coordinates | 43.0332500, -112.4383100 |
| Altitude | 1354 |
| 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: 843 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $71.98 | $143.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $78.23 | $156.46 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $84.11 | $168.22 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $100.07 | $200.14 |
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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