How far is Pierce, ID from Cardiff, ID?
The driving distance from Pierce, ID to Cardiff, ID is about 7.5 miles (12 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.8 miles (9.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Clearwater County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierce and Cardiff.
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Start on Main Avenue
5.8 mi · 10 min · 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 Pierce and Cardiff.
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.
Main Avenue
Start on Main Avenue
5.75 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Light Rain Likely leaving Pierce 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 Pierce to Cardiff?
The road trip is about 7.5 miles (12 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Weippe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.7 miles from Pierce and 3.7 miles from Cardiff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.8 miles (9.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.01 one way or $2.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Pierce and Light Rain Likely near Cardiff.
Stop Ideas Near Weippe
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pierce and Cardiff. Straight-line distance: 5.79 mi (9.32 km).
#1 Pierce
City in Clearwater County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 590 |
| Coordinates | 46.4910200, -115.7990300 |
| Altitude | 943 |
| 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: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
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 | $1.01 | $2.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $1.10 | $2.20 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $1.18 | $2.37 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $1.41 | $2.81 |
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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