How far is Idaho Falls, ID from Sugar City, ID?
The driving distance from Idaho Falls, ID to Sugar City, ID is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 41m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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 Jefferson County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Idaho Falls and Sugar City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Idaho Falls and Sugar City.
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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 · 17 sec · Stonebrook Lane
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Turn right onto East Sunnyside Road
2578 ft · 51 sec · East Sunnyside Road
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Turn left onto South Holmes Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Holmes Avenue
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Turn straight onto South Holmes Avenue
2.9 mi · 6 min · South Holmes Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward Rigby, West Yellowstone
1961 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rigby Highway
3056 ft · 37 sec · Rigby Highway
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
15.4 mi · 16 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Yellowstone Highway
11.9 mi · 13 min · Yellowstone Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Sugar City, Salem
1435 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto West Center Street
2376 ft · 53 sec · West Center Street
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Turn left onto North Austin Avenue
16 m · 2 sec · North Austin Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Austin Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Idaho Falls and Sugar City.
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.
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
15.4 mi · 00h 16m
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 Light Rain then Mostly Sunny leaving Idaho Falls and Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sugar City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Idaho Falls to Sugar City?
The road trip is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
Rigby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Idaho Falls and 16.8 miles from Sugar City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:06 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.59 one way or $9.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny around Idaho Falls and Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sugar City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Idaho Falls and Sugar City. Straight-line distance: 31.5 mi (50.7 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 Sugar City
City in Madison County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,452 |
| Coordinates | 43.8729700, -111.7483000 |
| Altitude | 1492 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sugar City (-111.7483, 43.87297)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.59 | $9.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $4.99 | $9.99 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $5.37 | $10.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $6.39 | $12.77 |
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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