How far is Pocatello, ID from Aberdeen, ID?

The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Aberdeen, ID is about 39.8 miles (64 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 20.5 miles (33 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
39.78 mi
00h 50m
Flight
20.51 mi
33 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
20.51 mi
Kilometers
33 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
39.78 mi
Kilometers
64.02 km
Drive Time
00h 50m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Aberdeen
Wed, Apr 15, 6:17 AM MDT
Return by in Pocatello
Wed, Apr 15, 7:08 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pocatello
2026-04-15T05:26
Arrive Aberdeen
Wed, Apr 15, 6:17 AM MDT
Route Timing
00h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:48 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pocatello
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
American Falls
ID

City in Idaho

From Pocatello
19.9 mi
00h 25m
To Aberdeen
19.9 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Wednesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
12 to 18 mph SW
Destination
56°F
Wednesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Aberdeen.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Aberdeen.

  1. 1

    Start on North 7th Avenue

    41 m · 11 sec · North 7th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Hayden Street

    712 ft · 33 sec · East Hayden Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North 5th Avenue

    724 ft · 12 sec · North 5th Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Pocatello Avenue

    1841 ft · 33 sec · Pocatello Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Gould Street

    1959 ft · 38 sec · Gould Street

  6. 6

    Turn slight right

    4.6 mi · 7 min

  7. 7

    Take the ramp left toward I 86 West, US 30 West: Airport, American Falls, Twin Falls

    17.7 mi · 17 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Aberdeen, American Falls

    10.1 mi · 15 min

  9. 9

    Continue on West Highway 39

    1.7 mi · 3 min · West Highway 39

  10. 10

    Continue on South Powerline Road

    3.7 mi · 6 min · South Powerline Road

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto State Highway 39

    2995 ft · 51 sec · State Highway 39

  12. 12

    Continue on South Main Street

    1936 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto East Central Street

    35 m · 5 sec · East Central Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Central Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Aberdeen.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
35.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 86 West
27.8 mi · 70%
South Powerline Road
3.73 mi · 9%
West Highway 39
1.68 mi · 4%
State Highway 39
0.57 mi · 1%
Gould Street
0.37 mi · 1%
South Main Street
0.37 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 86 West

Take the ramp left toward I 86 West, US 30 West: Airport, American Falls, Twin Falls

17.7 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.3 mi
20.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
American Falls
00h 25m from Pocatello
Leave By
4:48 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Pocatello and Rain Showers Likely near Aberdeen.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Aberdeen?

The road trip is about 39.8 miles (64 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?

American Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.9 miles from Pocatello and 19.9 miles from Aberdeen.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 20.5 miles (33 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 4:48 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.45 one way or $10.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Pocatello and Rain Showers Likely near Aberdeen.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Aberdeen. Straight-line distance: 20.51 mi (33 km).

Pocatello

#1 Pocatello

The most populous city in Bannock County, Idaho.

Population56,637
Coordinates42.8713000, -112.4455300
Altitude1360
CountryUnited States
Aberdeen

#2 Aberdeen

City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States

Population1,977
Coordinates42.9440800, -112.8383300
Altitude1342
CountryUnited States
Start: Pocatello (-112.44553, 42.8713)
End: Aberdeen (-112.83833, 42.94408)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 64 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 34m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.4 gal
5.31 L · about $5.45
Round trip
$10.90
2.8 gal · 10.62 L
Estimated CO2
12.4 kg one way
Round trip: 24.9 kg / 55 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $5.45 $10.90
Mid-grade $4.23 $5.92 $11.85
Premium $4.55 $6.37 $12.74
Diesel $5.41 $7.58 $15.15

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 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Pocatello and Aberdeen. The current time is 05:26:44.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.