How far is Pocatello, ID from Salmon, ID?
The driving distance from Pocatello, ID to Salmon, ID is about 211 miles (339.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 174.7 miles (281.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 13m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 06m.
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 Jefferson County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Snow Showers
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocatello and Salmon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello and Salmon.
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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
72.7 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 33: Rexburg, Salmon
1263 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto East 1500 North
15.3 mi · 23 min · East 1500 North
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Turn right onto North Salmon Highway
120.8 mi · 2 hr 29 min · North Salmon Highway
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Turn left onto South Saint Charles Street
63 m · 9 sec · South Saint Charles Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Saint Charles Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pocatello and Salmon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Salmon Highway
Turn right onto North Salmon Highway
121 mi · 02h 29m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Pocatello and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Snow near Salmon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocatello to Salmon?
The road trip is about 211 miles (339.6 km) and usually takes 04h 06m 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?
Mud Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.4 miles from Pocatello and 105.6 miles from Salmon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 174.7 miles (281.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.3 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 8:46 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.00 one way or $58.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Pocatello and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Snow near Salmon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocatello and Salmon. Straight-line distance: 174.76 mi (281.25 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 Salmon
City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,169 |
| Coordinates | 45.1757500, -113.8959000 |
| Altitude | 1202 |
| Country | United States |
End: Salmon (-113.8959, 45.17575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 340 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $29.00 | $58.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $31.52 | $63.04 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $33.89 | $67.78 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $40.32 | $80.64 |
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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