How far is Pocatello, ID from Rathdrum, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Rathdrum, ID is about 540.3 miles (869.6 km), with a travel time of about 08h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 403.9 miles (650 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 56m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 58m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Rathdrum.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Rathdrum.
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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
283.4 mi · 4 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right
1671 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right
130 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto North Highway 41
6.7 mi · 10 min · North Highway 41
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Turn left onto North McCartney Street
1192 ft · 38 sec · North McCartney Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
93 m · 11 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Mill Street
74 m · 7 sec · North Mill Street
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Turn right onto West Highway 53
125 m · 13 sec · West Highway 53
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Highway 53
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Rathdrum.
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
283 mi · 04h 47m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Pocatello and Rain Showers Likely near Rathdrum.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Rathdrum?
The road trip is about 540.3 miles (869.6 km) and usually takes 08h 58m 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 269.9 miles from Pocatello and 270.4 miles from Rathdrum.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 403.9 miles (650 km), while the road route adds roughly 136.4 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 $74.24 one way or $148.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 169.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Pocatello and Rathdrum, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Pocatello and Rain Showers Likely near Rathdrum.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Rathdrum. Straight-line distance: 403.92 mi (650.04 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 Rathdrum
City in Koostenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 9,150 |
| Coordinates | 47.8124000, -116.8965900 |
| Altitude | 674 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rathdrum (-116.89659, 47.8124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 870 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 18h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 44m |
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 | $74.24 | $148.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $80.69 | $161.37 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $86.75 | $173.50 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $103.21 | $206.41 |
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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