How far is Hayden, ID from Rexburg, ID?
The driving distance from Hayden, ID to Rexburg, ID is about 477.8 miles (768.9 km), with a travel time of about 07h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 363.3 miles (584.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 16m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hayden and Rexburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hayden and Rexburg.
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Start on North Government Way
1.6 km · 2 min · North Government Way
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Turn right onto West Honeysuckle Avenue
1094 ft · 24 sec · West Honeysuckle Avenue
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Turn left
3.7 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
278 mi · 4 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
2694 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
173.6 mi · 2 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 33: Mud Lake, Rexburg
1111 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto East 1500 North
20.5 mi · 31 min · East 1500 North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hayden and Rexburg.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Longest stretch
Turn left
278 mi · 04h 40m
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 leaving Hayden and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Rexburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hayden to Rexburg?
The road trip is about 477.8 miles (768.9 km) and usually takes 07h 16m 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 238.6 miles from Hayden and 239.2 miles from Rexburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 363.3 miles (584.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 114.5 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 PDT. 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 $65.64 one way or $131.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 149.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Hayden and Rexburg, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Hayden and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Rexburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hayden and Rexburg. Straight-line distance: 363.23 mi (584.56 km).
#1 Hayden
City in the U.
| Population | 15,434 |
| Coordinates | 47.7660200, -116.7865800 |
| Altitude | 697 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rexburg
City in and county seat of Madison County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 29,400 |
| Coordinates | 43.8260200, -111.7896900 |
| Altitude | 1483 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-111.78969, 43.826057)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 769 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $65.64 | $131.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $71.33 | $142.67 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $76.70 | $153.39 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $91.25 | $182.49 |
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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