How far is Idaho Falls, ID from Jerome, ID?

The driving distance from Idaho Falls, ID to Jerome, ID is about 167 miles (268.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 135.5 miles (218 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 21m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
166.95 mi
02h 40m
Flight
135.43 mi
217.96 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
135.43 mi
Kilometers
217.96 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
166.95 mi
Kilometers
268.68 km
Drive Time
02h 40m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jerome
Tue, May 5, 3:51 AM MDT
Return by in Idaho Falls
Tue, May 5, 6:32 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Idaho Falls
2026-05-05T01:11
Arrive Jerome
Tue, May 5, 3:51 AM MDT
Route Timing
02h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:41 AM to 12:41 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:08 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Idaho Falls
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Rockland
ID

City in Power County, Idaho, United States

From Idaho Falls
83.3 mi
01h 20m
To Jerome
83.6 mi
01h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
16 to 20 mph NNE
Destination
70°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
8 to 20 mph ENE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Idaho Falls and Jerome.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Idaho Falls and Jerome.

  1. 1

    Start on Charleston Lane

    46 m · 9 sec · Charleston Lane

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Stone Run Lane

    74 m · 16 sec · West Stone Run Lane

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Stonebrook Lane

    142 m · 20 sec · Stonebrook Lane

  4. 4

    Turn left onto West Sunnyside Road

    2.7 mi · 4 min · West Sunnyside Road

  5. 5

    Take the exit left toward Blackfook, Pocatello, Salt Lake City

    1307 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    43.1 mi · 41 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 86 West: Chubbuck, Twin Falls

    1 km · 44 sec

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    62.7 mi · 59 min

  9. 9

    Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

    55.9 mi · 52 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward ID 25: Jerome

    1298 ft · 35 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto State Highway 25

    797 ft · 14 sec · State Highway 25

  12. 12

    Continue on West Main Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Idaho Falls and Jerome.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 86 West
63.3 mi · 38%
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
55.9 mi · 33%
Veterans Memorial Highway
43.1 mi · 26%
West Sunnyside Road
2.73 mi · 2%
West Main Street
1.16 mi · 1%
Blackfook
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

I 86 West

Continue straight

62.7 mi · 00h 59m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 40m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.5 mi
135.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Rockland
01h 20m from Idaho Falls
Leave By
1:08 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Idaho Falls and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jerome.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Idaho Falls to Jerome?

The road trip is about 167 miles (268.7 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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 83.3 miles from Idaho Falls and 83.6 miles from Jerome.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 135.5 miles (218 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:08 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.93 one way or $45.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Idaho Falls and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jerome.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Idaho Falls and Jerome. Straight-line distance: 135.43 mi (217.96 km).

Idaho Falls

#1 Idaho Falls

The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.

Population62,888
Coordinates43.4665800, -112.0341400
Altitude1434
CountryUnited States
Jerome

#2 Jerome

City in Idaho, United States

Population11,994
Coordinates42.7240700, -114.5186500
Altitude1147
CountryUnited States
Start: Idaho Falls (-112.03414, 43.46658)
End: Jerome (-114.51865, 42.72407)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 269 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 20m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.89 gal
22.3 L · about $22.93
Round trip
$45.86
11.78 gal · 44.6 L
Estimated CO2
52.3 kg one way
Round trip: 104.7 kg / 231 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $22.93 $45.86
Mid-grade $4.23 $24.92 $49.84
Premium $4.55 $26.79 $53.59
Diesel $5.41 $31.88 $63.75

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Idaho · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Idaho Falls and Jerome. The current time is 01:11:08.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.