How far is Pocatello, ID from Rupert, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Rupert, ID is about 75.2 miles (121 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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 01h 19m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Rupert.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Rupert.
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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
63.4 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 77, ID 25: Rupert, Declo
888 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 25
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 25
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Continue on South 200 East
2.5 mi · 4 min · South 200 East
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Turn left onto East Baseline Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Baseline Road
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Continue on East 8th Street South
1230 ft · 22 sec · East 8th Street South
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Turn right onto Oneida Street
36 m · 4 sec · Oneida Street
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Turn left onto East 8th Street South
2765 ft · 1 min · East 8th Street South
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Turn left
62 m · 15 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 Rupert.
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
63.4 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pocatello and Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Rupert.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Rupert?
The road trip is about 75.2 miles (121 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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 37.5 miles from Pocatello and 37.7 miles from Rupert.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.32 one way or $20.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Pocatello and Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Rupert.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Rupert. Straight-line distance: 64.88 mi (104.42 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 Rupert
City in Minidoka County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 5,893 |
| Coordinates | 42.6190800, -113.6772300 |
| Altitude | 1267 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rupert (-113.67723, 42.61908)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.32 | $20.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $14.34 | $28.68 |
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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