How far is Post Falls, ID from Pinehurst, ID?
The driving distance from Post Falls, ID to Pinehurst, ID is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.5 miles (57.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m 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
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Post Falls and Pinehurst.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Post Falls and Pinehurst.
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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
39.6 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Pinehurst, Smelterville
1076 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto North Division Street
3036 ft · 1 min · North Division Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
919 ft · 25 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Post Falls and Pinehurst.
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
39.6 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Post Falls and Light Rain Likely near Pinehurst.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Post Falls to Pinehurst?
The road trip is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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 20.8 miles from Post Falls and 20.8 miles from Pinehurst.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.5 miles (57.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 4:50 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.72 one way or $11.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Post Falls and Light Rain Likely near Pinehurst.
Stop Ideas Near Fernan Lake Village
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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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 Pinehurst. Straight-line distance: 35.49 mi (57.11 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 Pinehurst
City in Shoshone County
| Population | 1,580 |
| Coordinates | 47.5388100, -116.2373900 |
| Altitude | 678 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pinehurst (-116.23739, 47.53881)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.72 | $11.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
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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