How far is Pocatello, ID from Dalton Gardens, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Dalton Gardens, ID is about 529.8 miles (852.6 km), with a travel time of about 08h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 395.9 miles (637.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Dalton Gardens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Dalton Gardens.
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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
247 mi · 3 hr 53 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 90 West: Missoula
2808 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
276.9 mi · 4 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 15th Street
1624 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto East Hazel Avenue
52 m · 5 sec · East Hazel Avenue
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Turn right onto North 15th Street
2.8 mi · 7 min · North 15th Street
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Turn left onto East Hanley Avenue
1230 ft · 34 sec · East Hanley Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Hanley Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Dalton Gardens.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
277 mi · 04h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Light Rain Likely leaving Pocatello and Chance Light Rain near Dalton Gardens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Dalton Gardens?
The road trip is about 529.8 miles (852.6 km) and usually takes 08h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Salmon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 264.6 miles from Pocatello and 265.1 miles from Dalton Gardens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 395.9 miles (637.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 133.9 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $72.76 one way or $145.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 166.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Pocatello and Dalton Gardens, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Pocatello and Chance Light Rain near Dalton Gardens.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Dalton Gardens. Straight-line distance: 395.9 mi (637.14 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 Dalton Gardens
City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 2,410 |
| Coordinates | 47.7296300, -116.7701900 |
| Altitude | 690 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dalton Gardens (-116.77019, 47.72963)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 853 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 36m |
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 | $72.76 | $145.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $79.08 | $158.15 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $85.02 | $170.04 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $101.15 | $202.30 |
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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