How far is Post Falls, ID from Osburn, ID?
The driving distance from Post Falls, ID to Osburn, ID is about 52.8 miles (85 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.7 miles (75.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Post Falls and Osburn.
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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
51.5 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business: Osburn
1193 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
915 ft · 18 sec · North 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Post Falls and Osburn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Spokane Street
Merge slight left
51.5 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
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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.
Rain leaving Post Falls and Rain near Osburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Post Falls to Osburn?
The road trip is about 52.8 miles (85 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Fernan Lake Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Post Falls and 26.5 miles from Osburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.7 miles (75.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.28 one way or $14.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Post Falls and Rain near Osburn.
Stop Ideas Near Fernan Lake Village
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Coeur D'Alene Utility Billing
Coeur d'Alene City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fernan Lake Village.
Spokane Intermodal Center
Deer Park, WA
Sandpoint station
Loon Lake, WA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Post Falls and Osburn. Straight-line distance: 46.71 mi (75.17 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 Osburn
City in Shoshone County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,556 |
| Coordinates | 47.5060400, -115.9993300 |
| Altitude | 768 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osburn (-115.99933, 47.50604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $8.51 | $17.01 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $10.12 | $20.24 |
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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