How far is Post Falls, ID from McCall, ID?
The driving distance from Post Falls, ID to McCall, ID is about 279.2 miles (449.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 198.2 miles (318.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 53m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Nez Perce County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Post Falls and McCall.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Post Falls and McCall.
-
1
Start on West 10th Avenue
872 ft · 40 sec · West 10th Avenue
-
2
Turn right onto North Spokane Street
2114 ft · 1 min · North Spokane Street
-
3
Turn left
2024 ft · 51 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
6 mi · 6 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward Northwest Boulevard
1670 ft · 43 sec
-
6
Turn right onto Northwest Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Northwest Boulevard
-
7
Take the ramp slight right
798 ft · 26 sec
-
8
Turn right
82.2 mi · 1 hr 44 min
-
9
Continue on North Main Street
535 ft · 18 sec · North Main Street
-
10
Continue on North Jackson Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · North Jackson Street
-
11
Turn right onto Reisenauer Road
5.2 mi · 7 min · Reisenauer Road
-
12
Turn right
22.9 mi · 33 min
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on Missoula, Boise
68.1 mi · 1 hr 20 min
-
14
Turn right onto Johnston Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Johnston Road
-
15
Turn right
76.4 mi · 1 hr 27 min
-
16
Turn left
12 mi · 20 min
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Lake Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Post Falls and McCall.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
82.2 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Sunny leaving Post Falls and Sunny near McCall.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Post Falls to McCall?
The road trip is about 279.2 miles (449.3 km) and usually takes 05h 53m 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?
Culdesac is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.5 miles from Post Falls and 139.7 miles from McCall.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 198.2 miles (318.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 81 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:14 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.35 one way or $76.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Post Falls and McCall, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Post Falls and Sunny near McCall.
Stop Ideas Near Culdesac
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Culdesac.
Lewiston, Idaho
Moscow, Idaho
Pullman, Washington
Grangeville, Idaho
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Post Falls and McCall. Straight-line distance: 198.16 mi (318.91 km).
#1 Post Falls
City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 36,250 |
| Coordinates | 47.7179600, -116.9515900 |
| Altitude | 665 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McCall
City in Valley County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,597 |
| Coordinates | 44.9110100, -116.0987400 |
| Altitude | 1528 |
| Country | United States |
End: McCall (-116.09874, 44.91101)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 449 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $38.35 | $76.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $41.68 | $83.35 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $44.81 | $89.62 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $53.31 | $106.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Idaho · May 03, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.