How far is Oldtown, ID from Ponderay, ID?
The driving distance from Oldtown, ID to Ponderay, ID is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
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.
City in Bonner County, Idaho
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oldtown and Ponderay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oldtown and Ponderay.
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Start on East 3rd Street South
18 m · 8 sec · East 3rd Street South
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Turn left onto South Idaho Avenue
106 m · 17 sec · South Idaho Avenue
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Turn right onto East 4th Street South
104 m · 17 sec · East 4th Street South
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Turn right onto South State Avenue
2173 ft · 41 sec · South State Avenue
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Turn right
28.2 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto South Boyer Avenue
2808 ft · 56 sec · South Boyer Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Larch Street
18 m · 1 sec · Larch Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Larch Street
813 ft · 26 sec · Larch Street
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Turn left onto North 5th Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · North 5th Avenue
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
68 m · 15 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Birch Avenue
18 m · 3 sec · Birch Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Birch Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oldtown and Ponderay.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
28.2 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Oldtown and Chance Light Rain near Ponderay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oldtown to Ponderay?
The road trip is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Priest River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from Oldtown and 15.8 miles from Ponderay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.32 one way or $8.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Oldtown and Chance Light Rain near Ponderay.
Stop Ideas Near Priest River
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 Priest River.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oldtown and Ponderay. Straight-line distance: 24.8 mi (39.91 km).
#1 Oldtown
City in Bonner County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 201 |
| Coordinates | 48.1787900, -117.0379800 |
| Altitude | 647 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ponderay
City in Bonner County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,157 |
| Coordinates | 48.3054800, -116.5338000 |
| Altitude | 648 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ponderay (-116.5338, 48.30548)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.32 | $8.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $4.70 | $9.39 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $5.05 | $10.10 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
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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