How far is Pocatello, ID from Glenns Ferry, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Glenns Ferry, ID is about 165.2 miles (265.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 20m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Glenns Ferry.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Glenns Ferry.
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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
158.5 mi · 2 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 84 Business: Glenns Ferry
1505 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Old Highway 30
884 ft · 18 sec · Old Highway 30
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Continue on East 1st Avenue
1 km · 1 min · East 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto North Commercial Street
50 m · 12 sec · North Commercial Street
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Turn left
13 m · 3 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 Glenns Ferry.
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
158 mi · 02h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Pocatello and Sunny near Glenns Ferry.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Glenns Ferry?
The road trip is about 165.2 miles (265.8 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Burley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.5 miles from Pocatello and 82.8 miles from Glenns Ferry.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 1:10 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.70 one way or $45.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pocatello and Sunny near Glenns Ferry.
Stop Ideas Near Burley
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 Burley.
Twin Falls, Idaho
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Glenns Ferry. Straight-line distance: 144.6 mi (232.71 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 Glenns Ferry
City in Elmore County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,303 |
| Coordinates | 42.9549000, -115.3009000 |
| Altitude | 783 |
| Country | United States |
End: Glenns Ferry (-115.3009, 42.9549)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 266 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $22.70 | $45.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.67 | $49.33 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.52 | $53.04 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $31.55 | $63.10 |
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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