How far is Pocatello, ID from Paul, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Paul, ID is about 80.2 miles (129 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
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 Power County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Paul.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Paul.
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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
71 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 27: Burley, Paul
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto North Overland Avenue
1031 ft · 21 sec · North Overland Avenue
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Continue on South 600 West
2.2 mi · 4 min · South 600 West
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Continue on South Main Street
1758 ft · 57 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Idaho Street
17 m · 3 sec · East Idaho Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Idaho Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Paul.
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
71 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Pocatello and Mostly Sunny near Paul.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Paul?
The road trip is about 80.2 miles (129 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Rockland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40 miles from Pocatello and 40.1 miles from Paul.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.02 one way or $22.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pocatello and Mostly Sunny near Paul.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Paul. Straight-line distance: 70.28 mi (113.11 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 Paul
City in Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,449 |
| Coordinates | 42.6079600, -113.7833500 |
| Altitude | 1265 |
| Country | United States |
End: Paul (-113.78335, 42.60796)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.97 | $23.95 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.87 | $25.75 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $15.32 | $30.63 |
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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