How far is Payette, ID from Boise, ID?
The driving distance from Payette, ID to Boise, ID is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
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.
The most populous city in Canyon County, Idaho.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Payette and Boise.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Payette and Boise.
-
1
Start on 3rd Avenue North
102 m · 20 sec · 3rd Avenue North
-
2
Continue on North Main Street
1208 ft · 55 sec · North Main Street
-
3
Turn right onto Center Avenue
124 m · 23 sec · Center Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto South 7th Street
2127 ft · 36 sec · South 7th Street
-
5
Continue on South Main Street
3.2 mi · 5 min · South Main Street
-
6
Take the exit slight right
531 ft · 15 sec
-
7
Continue on Northwest 16th Street
2821 ft · 47 sec · Northwest 16th Street
-
8
Continue on East Idaho Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · East Idaho Avenue
-
9
Turn left
1512 ft · 37 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto Old Oregon Trail Highway
27.7 mi · 26 min · Old Oregon Trail Highway
-
11
Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
1.1 km · 48 sec · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
-
12
Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
21.7 mi · 25 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on Boise Connector
4.7 mi · 6 min · Boise Connector
-
14
Continue on West Myrtle Street
3102 ft · 2 min · West Myrtle Street
-
15
Turn left onto South 5th Street
607 ft · 27 sec · South 5th Street
-
16
Turn left onto West Front Street
643 ft · 19 sec · West Front Street
-
17
Turn right
17 m · 4 sec
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Payette and Boise.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Old Oregon Trail Highway
Merge slight left onto Old Oregon Trail Highway
27.7 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Payette and Partly Sunny near Boise.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Payette to Boise?
The road trip is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Caldwell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Payette and 29.1 miles from Boise.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:26 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.21 one way or $16.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Payette and Partly Sunny near Boise.
Stop Ideas Near Caldwell
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 Caldwell.
Nampa, Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Ontario
Vale, Oregon
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Payette and Boise. Straight-line distance: 48.53 mi (78.1 km).
#1 Payette
City in Idaho
| Population | 7,727 |
| Coordinates | 44.0782200, -116.9337700 |
| Altitude | 655 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Boise
The capital of Idaho.
| Population | 228,959 |
| Coordinates | 43.6135000, -116.2034500 |
| Altitude | 823 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-116.203299, 43.613424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $8.21 | $16.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $8.93 | $17.85 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $9.60 | $19.20 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $11.42 | $22.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Idaho · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.