How far is Rathdrum, ID from Lewiston Orchards, ID?
The driving distance from Rathdrum, ID to Lewiston Orchards, ID is about 129.8 miles (208.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99 miles (159.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Benewah 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 Rathdrum and Lewiston Orchards.
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Start on West Highway 53
116 m · 15 sec · West Highway 53
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Turn left onto North Mill Street
96 m · 14 sec · North Mill Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
93 m · 10 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North McCartney Street
1192 ft · 35 sec · North McCartney Street
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Turn right onto North Highway 41
6.9 mi · 11 min · North Highway 41
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Turn left onto East Seltice Way
94 m · 10 sec · East Seltice Way
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Turn slight left onto I 90, ID 41
114 m · 16 sec
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 90
2435 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 4 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 right to continue on US 12 West: Lewiston
2635 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 km · 2 min
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Continue on 21st Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · 21st Street
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Continue on Thain Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Thain Road
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Turn left onto Bryden Avenue
63 m · 14 sec · Bryden Avenue
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Turn left
19 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
44 m · 11 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 Rathdrum and Lewiston Orchards.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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82.2 mi · 01h 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rathdrum and Mostly Sunny near Lewiston Orchards.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Rathdrum to Lewiston Orchards?
The road trip is about 129.8 miles (208.9 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Tensed is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.6 miles from Rathdrum and 65.2 miles from Lewiston Orchards.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99 miles (159.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.8 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 1:30 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.83 one way or $35.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rathdrum and Mostly Sunny near Lewiston Orchards.
Stop Ideas Near Tensed
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rathdrum and Lewiston Orchards. Straight-line distance: 99.01 mi (159.34 km).
#1 Rathdrum
City in Koostenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 9,150 |
| Coordinates | 47.8124000, -116.8965900 |
| Altitude | 674 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lewiston Orchards
City in Nez Perce County, Idaho, United States of America
| Population | 31,422 |
| Coordinates | 46.3804400, -116.9754300 |
| Altitude | 439 |
| Country | United States |
End: 11th Street (-116.9756, 46.38045)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.83 | $35.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $19.38 | $38.76 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $20.83 | $41.67 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $24.79 | $49.57 |
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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