How far is Malad City, ID from Post Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Malad City, ID to Post Falls, ID is about 591.2 miles (951.4 km), with a travel time of about 08h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 445.5 miles (716.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 33m 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.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Malad City and Post Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Malad City and Post Falls.
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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
303.7 mi · 4 hr 47 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
285.8 mi · 4 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Spokane Street
1913 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto North Spokane Street
1710 ft · 1 min · North Spokane Street
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Turn left onto West 10th Avenue
872 ft · 38 sec · West 10th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 10th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Malad City and Post Falls.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
304 mi · 04h 47m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Malad City and Rain near Post Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Malad City to Post Falls?
The road trip is about 591.2 miles (951.4 km) and usually takes 08h 46m 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 296 miles from Malad City and 295.2 miles from Post Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 445.5 miles (716.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 145.7 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 $81.21 one way or $162.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 185.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Malad City and Post Falls, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Malad City and Rain near Post Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Malad City and Post Falls. Straight-line distance: 445.47 mi (716.92 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 Post Falls
City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 36,250 |
| Coordinates | 47.7179600, -116.9515900 |
| Altitude | 665 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 10th Avenue (-116.951612, 47.717931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 951 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 19h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 14h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 11h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $81.21 | $162.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $88.26 | $176.52 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $94.89 | $189.78 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $112.89 | $225.79 |
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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