How far is Orofino, ID from Cardiff, ID?
The driving distance from Orofino, ID to Cardiff, ID is about 27.8 miles (44.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Clearwater County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orofino and Cardiff.
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Start on the route
15 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
21 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Michigan Avenue
2.6 mi · 6 min · Michigan Avenue
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Continue on Grangemont Road
23.4 mi · 56 min · Grangemont Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Avenue
82 m · 5 sec · Main Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 11
1.7 mi · 3 min · State Highway 11
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 11
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orofino and Cardiff.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Grangemont Road
Continue on Grangemont Road
23.4 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
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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 Likely leaving Orofino and Light Rain Likely near Cardiff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orofino to Cardiff?
The road trip is about 27.8 miles (44.8 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?
Weippe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.9 miles from Orofino and 13.9 miles from Cardiff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:18 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.82 one way or $7.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Orofino and Light Rain Likely near Cardiff.
Stop Ideas Near Weippe
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orofino and Cardiff. Straight-line distance: 22.05 mi (35.48 km).
#1 Orofino
City in Clearwater County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,099 |
| Coordinates | 46.4793500, -116.2551400 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cardiff
Cardiff is a place in Idaho, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.5743500, -115.8123600 |
| Altitude | 1042 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cardiff (-115.81236, 46.57435)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $4.15 | $8.29 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $5.30 | $10.61 |
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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