How far is Idaho Falls, ID from Osburn, ID?
The driving distance from Idaho Falls, ID to Osburn, ID is about 436.3 miles (702.1 km), with a travel time of about 07h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 338.7 miles (545.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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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 07h 08m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Idaho Falls and Osburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Idaho Falls and Osburn.
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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 · 15 sec · Stonebrook Lane
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Continue on South Boulevard
1.6 km · 3 min · South Boulevard
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Turn left onto East 17th Street
3012 ft · 53 sec · East 17th Street
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Continue on Pancheri Drive
1964 ft · 47 sec · Pancheri Drive
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Turn right onto South Utah Avenue
776 ft · 16 sec · South Utah Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Utah Avenue
68 m · 4 sec · South Utah Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto South Utah Avenue
2440 ft · 58 sec · South Utah Avenue
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Turn left onto West Broadway Street
1513 ft · 35 sec · West Broadway Street
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Take the ramp right toward I15 North: Roberts, Butte
1128 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
198.2 mi · 3 hr 6 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 90 West: Missoula
2808 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
233.8 mi · 3 hr 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business: Osburn
1272 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto North 3rd Street
1257 ft · 25 sec · North 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Idaho Falls and Osburn.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
234 mi · 03h 53m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Idaho Falls and Sunny near Osburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Idaho Falls to Osburn?
The road trip is about 436.3 miles (702.1 km) and usually takes 07h 08m 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 217.9 miles from Idaho Falls and 218.3 miles from Osburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 338.7 miles (545.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 97.6 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 MDT. 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 $59.95 one way or $119.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 136.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Idaho Falls and Osburn, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Idaho Falls and Sunny near Osburn.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Idaho Falls and Osburn. Straight-line distance: 338.7 mi (545.09 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 Osburn
City in Shoshone County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,556 |
| Coordinates | 47.5060400, -115.9993300 |
| Altitude | 768 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osburn (-115.99933, 47.50604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 702 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 26m |
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 | $59.95 | $119.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $65.16 | $130.31 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $70.05 | $140.11 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $83.34 | $166.69 |
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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