How far is Pocatello, ID from Challis, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Challis, ID is about 162.5 miles (261.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.8 miles (231.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Butte County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Challis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Challis.
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Start on North 7th Avenue
70 m · 16 sec · North 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto East Wyeth Street
1086 ft · 50 sec · East Wyeth Street
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Turn right onto North 10th Avenue
1452 ft · 45 sec · North 10th Avenue
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Turn left onto East Center Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Center Street
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Turn left
2604 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
22.4 mi · 22 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 26, ID 39: Blackfoot, Arco
1230 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
55 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Bergener Boulevard
34.1 mi · 38 min · Bergener Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
22.9 mi · 26 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on South Front Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Front Street
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Continue straight
78.7 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Turn left onto East Valley Avenue
2264 ft · 2 min · East Valley Avenue
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Turn right onto South 7th Street
101 m · 16 sec · South 7th Street
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Turn right
41 m · 10 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Challis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Front Street
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78.7 mi · 01h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Pocatello and Mostly Sunny near Challis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Challis?
The road trip is about 162.5 miles (261.5 km) and usually takes 03h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Arco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.2 miles from Pocatello and 81.3 miles from Challis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.8 miles (231.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:40 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.31 one way or $44.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pocatello and Mostly Sunny near Challis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Challis. Straight-line distance: 143.87 mi (231.53 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 Challis
City in Custer County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,091 |
| Coordinates | 44.5046400, -114.2317300 |
| Altitude | 1601 |
| Country | United States |
End: Challis (-114.23173, 44.50464)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $22.31 | $44.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.24 | $48.49 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.07 | $52.13 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $31.01 | $62.02 |
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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