How far is Post Falls, ID from Orofino, ID?
The driving distance from Post Falls, ID to Orofino, ID is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Latah County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Post Falls and Orofino.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Post Falls and Orofino.
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Start on West 10th Avenue
872 ft · 40 sec · West 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto North Spokane Street
2114 ft · 1 min · North Spokane Street
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Turn left
2024 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Northwest Boulevard
1670 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto Northwest Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Northwest Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
798 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right
82.2 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Continue on North Main Street
535 ft · 18 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on North Jackson Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Reisenauer Road
5.2 mi · 7 min · Reisenauer Road
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Turn right
22.9 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Missoula, Boise
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 East
33.8 mi · 39 min
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Turn left onto Michigan Avenue
1221 ft · 28 sec · Michigan Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
21 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Turn right
15 m · 4 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 Post Falls and Orofino.
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.
Rain leaving Post Falls and Rain near Orofino.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Post Falls to Orofino?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km) and usually takes 03h 29m 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?
Potlatch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81 miles from Post Falls and 81.2 miles from Orofino.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 70.4 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 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.27 one way or $44.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Post Falls and Rain near Orofino.
Stop Ideas Near Potlatch
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 Potlatch.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Post Falls and Orofino. Straight-line distance: 91.63 mi (147.47 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 Orofino
City in Clearwater County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,099 |
| Coordinates | 46.4793500, -116.2551400 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: Orofino (-116.25514, 46.47935)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $22.27 | $44.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.20 | $48.40 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.02 | $52.04 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.96 | $61.91 |
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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