How far is Idaho Falls, ID from Hailey, ID?
The driving distance from Idaho Falls, ID to Hailey, ID is about 141.4 miles (227.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Butte County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Idaho Falls and Hailey.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Idaho Falls and Hailey.
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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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Continue on West 33rd South
1.8 mi · 3 min · West 33rd South
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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 Broadway Street
1.6 km · 1 min · West Broadway Street
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Continue on West Arco Highway
19.6 mi · 21 min · West Arco Highway
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
42 mi · 47 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on South Front Street
2808 ft · 1 min · South Front Street
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Turn left onto West Grand Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West Grand Avenue
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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 North Main Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Queens Crown Road
2675 ft · 45 sec · Queens Crown Road
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
9.4 mi · 11 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Turn right onto Gannett Road
4 mi · 10 min · Gannett Road
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Continue on Gannett Picabo Road
7.8 mi · 11 min · Gannett Picabo Road
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Turn straight onto Main Street
5.5 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Idaho Falls and Hailey.
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
42 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.
Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Idaho Falls and Rain And Snow Showers near Hailey.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Idaho Falls to Hailey?
The road trip is about 141.4 miles (227.5 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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 Idaho Falls and 70.8 miles from Hailey.
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 27 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 12:40 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.43 one way or $38.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms around Idaho Falls and Rain And Snow Showers near Hailey.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Idaho Falls and Hailey. Straight-line distance: 114.4 mi (184.11 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 Hailey
City in Idaho
| Population | 8,689 |
| Coordinates | 43.5196300, -114.3153200 |
| Altitude | 1621 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hailey (-114.31532, 43.51963)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 227 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 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 | $19.43 | $38.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $21.11 | $42.23 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.70 | $45.40 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $27.01 | $54.01 |
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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