How far is Pocatello, ID from Post Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Post Falls, ID is about 536.2 miles (862.9 km), with a travel time of about 08h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 400 miles (643.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 04m 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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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lemhi 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 Post Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Post Falls.
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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
285.8 mi · 4 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Spokane Street
1913 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto North Spokane Street
1710 ft · 1 min · North Spokane Street
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Turn left onto West 10th Avenue
872 ft · 38 sec · West 10th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 10th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Post Falls.
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
286 mi · 04h 50m
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 then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pocatello and Rain near Post Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Post Falls?
The road trip is about 536.2 miles (862.9 km) and usually takes 08h 02m 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 267.8 miles from Pocatello and 268.4 miles from Post Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 400 miles (643.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 136.2 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 $73.66 one way or $147.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 168.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Pocatello and Post Falls, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Pocatello and Rain near Post Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Post Falls. Straight-line distance: 399.97 mi (643.69 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 Post Falls
City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 36,250 |
| Coordinates | 47.7179600, -116.9515900 |
| Altitude | 665 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 10th Avenue (-116.951612, 47.717931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 863 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $73.66 | $147.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $80.05 | $160.10 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $86.07 | $172.13 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $102.40 | $204.79 |
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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