How far is Malad City, ID from Pocatello, ID?
The driving distance from Malad City, ID to Pocatello, ID is about 57.9 miles (93.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48 miles (77.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Malad City and Pocatello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Malad City and Pocatello.
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Start on 200 West
965 ft · 45 sec · 200 West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Bannock Street
2427 ft · 47 sec · Bannock Street
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Turn left onto 50 North
1731 ft · 29 sec · 50 North
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Continue on 50 Street South
1815 ft · 37 sec · 50 Street South
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Take the ramp left
1670 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
53.2 mi · 50 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 30, US 91: 5th Avenue
1737 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto South 5th Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · South 5th Avenue
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Turn right onto East Hayden Street
712 ft · 33 sec · East Hayden Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North 7th Avenue
41 m · 6 sec · North 7th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 7th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Malad City and Pocatello.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
53.2 mi · 00h 50m
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 Malad City and Light Rain Likely near Pocatello.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Malad City to Pocatello?
The road trip is about 57.9 miles (93.2 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Arimo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.1 miles from Malad City and 28.8 miles from Pocatello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48 miles (77.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:42 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.94 one way or $15.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Malad City and Light Rain Likely near Pocatello.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Malad City and Pocatello. Straight-line distance: 48 mi (77.25 km).
#1 Malad City
City in and county seat of Oneida County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 2,137 |
| Coordinates | 42.1915900, -112.2508000 |
| Altitude | 1387 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pocatello
The most populous city in Bannock County, Idaho.
| Population | 56,637 |
| Coordinates | 42.8713000, -112.4455300 |
| Altitude | 1360 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 7th Avenue (-112.445543, 42.871292)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.94 | $15.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $8.63 | $17.26 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
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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