How far is Osburn, ID from Lewiston, ID?
The driving distance from Osburn, ID to Lewiston, ID is about 160.5 miles (258.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osburn and Lewiston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osburn and Lewiston.
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Start on North 3rd Street
1257 ft · 30 sec · North 3rd Street
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Take the ramp left
1188 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
44.2 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right
1277 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left
1.4 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
82.4 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Continue on North Main Street
535 ft · 18 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on North Jackson Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Reisenauer Road
5.2 mi · 7 min · Reisenauer Road
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Turn right
22.9 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 12 West: Lewiston
2635 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Idaho Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left
32 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osburn and Lewiston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North 3rd Street
Continue straight
82.4 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Rain leaving Osburn and Rain Showers near Lewiston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osburn to Lewiston?
The road trip is about 160.5 miles (258.3 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Plummer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.2 miles from Osburn and 80.3 miles from Lewiston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 71.2 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:48 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.03 one way or $44.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Osburn and Rain Showers near Lewiston.
Stop Ideas Near Plummer
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 Plummer.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osburn and Lewiston. Straight-line distance: 89.28 mi (143.69 km).
#1 Osburn
City in Shoshone County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,556 |
| Coordinates | 47.5060400, -115.9993300 |
| Altitude | 768 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lewiston
City in Nez Perce County, Idaho, USA
| Population | 32,788 |
| Coordinates | 46.4165500, -117.0176600 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: Idaho Street (-117.0175, 46.416816)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $22.03 | $44.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $23.95 | $47.89 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.75 | $51.49 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.63 | $61.26 |
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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