How far is Idaho Falls, ID from Filer, ID?
The driving distance from Idaho Falls, ID to Filer, ID is about 167.1 miles (268.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144 miles (231.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Power County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Idaho Falls and Filer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Idaho Falls and Filer.
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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
43.1 mi · 41 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 86 West: Chubbuck, Twin Falls
1 km · 44 sec
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Continue straight
62.7 mi · 59 min
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
39.1 mi · 37 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 50: Kimberly, Twin Falls
2061 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto South 1150 East
147 m · 8 sec · South 1150 East
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Continue on ID 50
2676 ft · 35 sec · ID 50
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Continue on South 1150 East
4.2 mi · 6 min · South 1150 East
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Continue on Kimberly Road
4.9 mi · 7 min · Kimberly Road
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Turn right onto Blue Lakes Boulevard
621 ft · 19 sec · Blue Lakes Boulevard
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Continue on 2nd Avenue East
1.3 mi · 2 min · 2nd Avenue East
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Turn left onto Addison Avenue
2.9 mi · 5 min · Addison Avenue
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Continue on 3900 North
3.5 mi · 5 min · 3900 North
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Turn right onto North 2250 East
1957 ft · 54 sec · North 2250 East
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Continue on Fair Avenue
107 m · 15 sec · Fair Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
924 ft · 25 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Yakima Street
18 m · 7 sec · Yakima Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Yakima Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Idaho Falls and Filer.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 86 West
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62.7 mi · 00h 59m
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 Likely leaving Idaho Falls and Chance Rain Showers near Filer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Idaho Falls to Filer?
The road trip is about 167.1 miles (268.9 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Rockland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.4 miles from Idaho Falls and 83.7 miles from Filer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144 miles (231.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 12:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.97 one way or $45.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Idaho Falls and Chance Rain Showers near Filer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Idaho Falls and Filer. Straight-line distance: 144 mi (231.75 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 Filer
City in Twin Falls County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 2,931 |
| Coordinates | 42.5701900, -114.6078200 |
| Altitude | 1148 |
| Country | United States |
End: Filer (-114.60782, 42.57019)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 269 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.97 | $45.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.96 | $49.93 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.84 | $53.68 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $31.93 | $63.86 |
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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