How far is Pocatello, ID from Ashton, ID?

The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Ashton, ID is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
103.49 mi
01h 49m
Flight
96.84 mi
155.85 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
96.84 mi
Kilometers
155.85 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
103.49 mi
Kilometers
166.55 km
Drive Time
01h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ashton
Wed, Apr 15, 7:16 AM MDT
Return by in Pocatello
Wed, Apr 15, 9:05 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pocatello
2026-04-15T05:27
Arrive Ashton
Wed, Apr 15, 7:16 AM MDT
Route Timing
01h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:49 AM to 11:49 AM MDT

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

Leave by
2:52 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
Idaho Falls
ID

The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.

From Pocatello
51.8 mi
00h 54m
To Ashton
51.8 mi
00h 54m

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
57°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
6 to 21 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North 7th Avenue

    70 m · 16 sec · North 7th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Wyeth Street

    1086 ft · 50 sec · East Wyeth Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North 10th Avenue

    1452 ft · 45 sec · North 10th Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left onto East Center Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Center Street

  5. 5

    Turn left

    2604 ft · 37 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    48.9 mi · 47 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone

    1434 ft · 35 sec

  8. 8

    Continue on Rigby Highway

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Rigby Highway

  9. 9

    Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway

    15.4 mi · 16 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway

  10. 10

    Continue on Yellowstone Highway

    17.2 mi · 18 min · Yellowstone Highway

  11. 11

    Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway

    16.3 mi · 18 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right

    610 ft · 17 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto Main Street

    1652 ft · 33 sec · Main Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
48.9 mi · 47%
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
31.8 mi · 31%
Yellowstone Highway
17.2 mi · 17%
Rigby Highway
3.13 mi · 3%
East Center Street
0.92 mi · 1%
Main Street
0.31 mi
Longest Stretch

Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

48.9 mi · 00h 47m

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
01h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.7 mi
96.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Idaho Falls
00h 54m from Pocatello
Leave By
2:52 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Pocatello and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain near Ashton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?

Idaho Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.8 miles from Pocatello and 51.8 miles from Ashton.

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

The direct path is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.21 one way or $28.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Pocatello and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain near Ashton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Ashton. Straight-line distance: 96.84 mi (155.85 km).

Pocatello

#1 Pocatello

The most populous city in Bannock County, Idaho.

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

#2 Ashton

City in Fremont County, Idaho, United States

Population1,050
Coordinates44.0715800, -111.4482900
Altitude1603
CountryUnited States
Start: Pocatello (-112.44553, 42.8713)
End: Ashton (-111.44829, 44.07158)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 167 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.65 gal
13.82 L · about $14.21
Round trip
$28.42
7.3 gal · 27.64 L
Estimated CO2
32.4 kg one way
Round trip: 64.9 kg / 143 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $14.21 $28.42
Mid-grade $4.23 $15.44 $30.89
Premium $4.55 $16.60 $33.21
Diesel $5.41 $19.75 $39.51

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 Ashton. The current time is 05:27:01.

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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.