How far is Idaho Falls, ID from Blackfoot, ID?
The driving distance from Idaho Falls, ID to Blackfoot, ID is about 27.6 miles (44.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Idaho Falls and Blackfoot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Idaho Falls and Blackfoot.
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Start on Charleston Lane
46 m · 9 sec · Charleston 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 Stonebrook Lane
142 m · 20 sec · Stonebrook Lane
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Turn left onto West Sunnyside Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Sunnyside Road
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Take the exit left toward Blackfook, Pocatello, Salt Lake City
1307 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
22.8 mi · 21 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 26, ID 39: Blackfoot, Aberdeen
1439 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Bergener Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · Bergener Boulevard
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Continue on West Bridge Street
137 m · 8 sec · West Bridge Street
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Continue on West Judicial Street
2260 ft · 44 sec · West Judicial Street
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Turn left onto South Ash Street
673 ft · 20 sec · South Ash Street
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Turn right onto West Pacific Street
102 m · 14 sec · West Pacific Street
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
48 m · 12 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn left
11 m · 3 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 Idaho Falls and Blackfoot.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
22.8 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Idaho Falls and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Blackfoot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Idaho Falls to Blackfoot?
The road trip is about 27.6 miles (44.4 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Firth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.8 miles from Idaho Falls and 13.8 miles from Blackfoot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.78 one way or $7.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Idaho Falls and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Blackfoot.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Idaho Falls and Blackfoot. Straight-line distance: 24.66 mi (39.68 km).
#1 Idaho Falls
The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.
| Population | 62,888 |
| Coordinates | 43.4665800, -112.0341400 |
| Altitude | 1434 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blackfoot
City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 12,034 |
| Coordinates | 43.1904700, -112.3449800 |
| Altitude | 1371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blackfoot (-112.34498, 43.19047)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.78 | $7.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $4.10 | $8.21 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $4.41 | $8.83 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
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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