How far is Moscow, ID from Rexburg, ID?
The driving distance from Moscow, ID to Rexburg, ID is about 556.4 miles (895.4 km), with a travel time of about 08h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 323.1 miles (520 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Moscow and Rexburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moscow and Rexburg.
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Start on East 3rd Street
12 m · 9 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
82.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min · South Washington Street
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Take the exit right toward I 90 Business: Northwest Boulevard, I 90 Business East
566 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto Northwest Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · Northwest Boulevard
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Continue on Sherman Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Sherman Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward I 90 East
275.3 mi · 4 hr 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
2694 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
173.6 mi · 2 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 33: Mud Lake, Rexburg
1111 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto East 1500 North
20.5 mi · 31 min · East 1500 North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moscow and Rexburg.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 East
Take the ramp right toward I 90 East
275 mi · 04h 37m
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 Moscow and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Rexburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moscow to Rexburg?
The road trip is about 556.4 miles (895.4 km) and usually takes 08h 36m 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 277.3 miles from Moscow and 279.1 miles from Rexburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 323.1 miles (520 km), while the road route adds roughly 233.3 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 PDT. 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 $76.42 one way or $152.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 174.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Moscow and Rexburg, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Moscow and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Rexburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moscow and Rexburg. Straight-line distance: 323.14 mi (520.04 km).
#1 Moscow
City in Idaho, USA
| Population | 25,702 |
| Coordinates | 46.7323900, -117.0001700 |
| Altitude | 786 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rexburg
City in and county seat of Madison County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 29,400 |
| Coordinates | 43.8260200, -111.7896900 |
| Altitude | 1483 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-111.78969, 43.826057)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 895 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 18h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 11h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 56m |
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 | $76.42 | $152.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $83.05 | $166.11 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $89.30 | $178.59 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $106.24 | $212.48 |
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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