How far is Meridian, ID from Cascade, ID?
The driving distance from Meridian, ID to Cascade, ID is about 79 miles (127.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Cascade.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Cascade.
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Start on North Main Street
17 m · 9 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Pine Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Pine Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Pine Avenue
37 m · 2 sec · East Pine Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Pine Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · East Pine Avenue
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Turn left onto North Eagle Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · North Eagle Road
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Continue on South Eagle Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Eagle Road
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto North Horseshoe Bend Road
8.9 mi · 12 min · North Horseshoe Bend Road
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Continue on Payette River Scenic Byway
5.9 mi · 7 min · Payette River Scenic Byway
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Continue on Highway 55
2.4 mi · 3 min · Highway 55
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Continue on Horseshoe Bend Road
2105 ft · 30 sec · Horseshoe Bend Road
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Continue on Highway 55
16 mi · 24 min · Highway 55
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Continue on Horseshoe Bend Road
18.5 mi · 25 min · Horseshoe Bend Road
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Continue on Main Street
17.9 mi · 25 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Cascade.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Horseshoe Bend Road
Continue on Horseshoe Bend Road
18.5 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Meridian and Rain And Snow Showers near Cascade.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Cascade?
The road trip is about 79 miles (127.2 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Crouch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.5 miles from Meridian and 39.5 miles from Cascade.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:46 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.86 one way or $21.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Meridian and Rain And Snow Showers near Cascade.
Stop Ideas Near Crouch
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Crouch.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Cascade. Straight-line distance: 64.84 mi (104.35 km).
#1 Meridian
The most populous city in Ada County, Idaho.
| Population | 114,161 |
| Coordinates | 43.6121100, -116.3915100 |
| Altitude | 794 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cascade
Rural city in and the county seat of Valley County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,025 |
| Coordinates | 44.5162800, -116.0418000 |
| Altitude | 1451 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cascade (-116.0418, 44.51628)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.80 | $23.61 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
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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