How far is Gooding, ID from Boise, ID?
The driving distance from Gooding, ID to Boise, ID is about 101.7 miles (163.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.
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City in Elmore, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gooding and Boise.
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Start on Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto University Avenue West
11.1 mi · 17 min · University Avenue West
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Take the ramp right
85.6 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20, US 26: Broadway Avenue
1402 ft · 34 sec · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
134 m · 13 sec · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Turn right onto South Broadway Avenue
2.9 mi · 6 min · South Broadway Avenue
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Turn left onto East Front Street
1 km · 2 min · East Front Street
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Turn right
17 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gooding and Boise.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
University Avenue West
Take the ramp right
85.6 mi · 01h 21m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gooding to Boise?
The road trip is about 101.7 miles (163.6 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
Mountain Home is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.8 miles from Gooding and 50.9 miles from Boise.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:18 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.98 one way or $27.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Mountain Home
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gooding and Boise. Straight-line distance: 88.28 mi (142.07 km).
#1 Gooding
City in and county seat of Gooding County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,446 |
| Coordinates | 42.9387900, -114.7131100 |
| Altitude | 1089 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Boise
The capital of Idaho.
| Population | 228,959 |
| Coordinates | 43.6135000, -116.2034500 |
| Altitude | 823 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-116.203299, 43.613424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.98 | $27.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $15.19 | $30.38 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $19.43 | $38.86 |
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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