How far is Pocatello, ID from Meridian, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Meridian, ID is about 242.4 miles (390.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 205.1 miles (330 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 48m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 24m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Meridian.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Meridian.
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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
235.4 mi · 3 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 69 South: Meridian, Kuna
2058 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight right
94 m · 10 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Meridian Road
836 ft · 20 sec · South Meridian Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
2197 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Meridian.
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
235 mi · 03h 43m
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.
Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pocatello and Rain Showers near Meridian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Meridian?
The road trip is about 242.4 miles (390.1 km) and usually takes 03h 24m 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?
Jerome is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.2 miles from Pocatello and 121.2 miles from Meridian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 205.1 miles (330 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:12 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.29 one way or $66.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Pocatello and Rain Showers near Meridian.
Stop Ideas Near Jerome
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 Jerome.
Twin Falls, Idaho
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Meridian. Straight-line distance: 205.08 mi (330.04 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 Meridian
The most populous city in Ada County, Idaho.
| Population | 114,161 |
| Coordinates | 43.6121100, -116.3915100 |
| Altitude | 794 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-116.391572, 43.61211)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 390 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $33.29 | $66.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $36.18 | $72.35 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $38.89 | $77.79 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $46.27 | $92.55 |
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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