How far is Pocatello, ID from Buhl, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Buhl, ID is about 132.2 miles (212.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.9 miles (191.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Cassia County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Buhl.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Buhl.
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Start on North 7th Avenue
41 m · 11 sec · North 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto East Hayden Street
712 ft · 33 sec · East Hayden Street
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Turn right onto North 5th Avenue
724 ft · 12 sec · North 5th Avenue
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Continue on Pocatello Avenue
1841 ft · 33 sec · Pocatello Avenue
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Turn left onto Gould Street
1959 ft · 38 sec · Gould Street
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Turn slight right
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp left toward I 86 West, US 30 West: Airport, American Falls, Twin Falls
106.2 mi · 1 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 93: Twin Falls, Sun Valley
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn left
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
5.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 4100 North, Pole Line Road
2750 ft · 47 sec
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Continue on 4100 North
6.7 mi · 10 min · 4100 North
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East 4100 North
2.3 mi · 4 min · East 4100 North
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Continue on Broadway Avenue South
2792 ft · 2 min · Broadway Avenue South
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Turn right onto Main Street
20 m · 2 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Buhl.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 86 West
Take the ramp left toward I 86 West, US 30 West: Airport, American Falls, Twin Falls
106 mi · 01h 40m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Pocatello and Chance Rain Showers near Buhl.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Buhl?
The road trip is about 132.2 miles (212.7 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Declo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.9 miles from Pocatello and 66.2 miles from Buhl.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.9 miles (191.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 1:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.14 one way or $36.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Pocatello and Chance Rain Showers near Buhl.
Stop Ideas Near Declo
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 Declo.
Twin Falls, Idaho
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Buhl. Straight-line distance: 118.92 mi (191.39 km).
#1 Pocatello
The most populous city in Bannock County, Idaho.
| Population | 56,637 |
| Coordinates | 42.8713000, -112.4455300 |
| Altitude | 1360 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buhl
City in Twin Falls County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 4,507 |
| Coordinates | 42.5990700, -114.7594900 |
| Altitude | 1149 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buhl (-114.75949, 42.59907)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 213 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $18.14 | $36.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $19.72 | $39.43 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $21.20 | $42.40 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
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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