How far is Hailey, ID from Idaho Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Hailey, ID to Idaho Falls, ID is about 141.3 miles (227.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 01m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Butte County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain And Snow Showers
Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hailey and Idaho Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hailey and Idaho Falls.
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Start on South Main Street
5.5 mi · 8 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Gannett Picabo Road
7.8 mi · 11 min · Gannett Picabo Road
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Continue on Gannett Road
4 mi · 10 min · Gannett Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
9.4 mi · 11 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Queens Crown Road
2675 ft · 50 sec · Queens Crown Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
41 mi · 47 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Grand Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto South Front Street
2808 ft · 1 min · South Front Street
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
22.7 mi · 26 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
19.3 mi · 21 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on West Arco Highway
19.6 mi · 21 min · West Arco Highway
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Continue on West Broadway Street
1.6 km · 1 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn right onto South 45th West
2 mi · 4 min · South 45th West
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Turn left onto West 33rd South
1.8 mi · 3 min · West 33rd South
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Continue on West Sunnyside Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Sunnyside Road
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Turn right onto Stonebrook Lane
142 m · 15 sec · Stonebrook Lane
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Turn right onto West Stone Run Lane
74 m · 16 sec · West Stone Run Lane
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Turn left onto Charleston Lane
46 m · 7 sec · Charleston Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Charleston Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hailey and Idaho Falls.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
41 mi · 00h 47m
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 And Snow Showers leaving Hailey and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Idaho Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hailey to Idaho Falls?
The road trip is about 141.3 miles (227.4 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Arco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.6 miles from Hailey and 70.7 miles from Idaho Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.9 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 1:28 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.39 one way or $38.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers around Hailey and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Idaho Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hailey and Idaho Falls. Straight-line distance: 114.4 mi (184.11 km).
#1 Hailey
City in Idaho
| Population | 8,689 |
| Coordinates | 43.5196300, -114.3153200 |
| Altitude | 1621 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Idaho Falls
The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.
| Population | 62,888 |
| Coordinates | 43.4665800, -112.0341400 |
| Altitude | 1434 |
| Country | United States |
End: Charleston Lane (-112.034479, 43.46658)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 227 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $19.39 | $38.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $21.07 | $42.14 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.65 | $45.31 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $26.95 | $53.90 |
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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