How far is Rathdrum, ID from Pocatello, ID?
The driving distance from Rathdrum, ID to Pocatello, ID is about 539.4 miles (868.1 km), with a travel time of about 08h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 403.9 miles (650 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 00m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rathdrum and Pocatello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rathdrum and Pocatello.
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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
282.5 mi · 4 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
2694 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
245.5 mi · 3 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Pocatello Creek Road
1323 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right
2424 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Jefferson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Oak Street
101 m · 12 sec · East Oak Street
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Turn left onto North 12th Avenue
637 ft · 25 sec · North 12th Avenue
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Turn right onto East Bridger Street
1802 ft · 1 min · East Bridger Street
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Turn left onto North 7th Avenue
151 m · 22 sec · North 7th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 7th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rathdrum and Pocatello.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90
Merge slight left
282 mi · 04h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Rain leaving Rathdrum and Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Pocatello.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rathdrum to Pocatello?
The road trip is about 539.4 miles (868.1 km) and usually takes 08h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Salmon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 269.1 miles from Rathdrum and 270.3 miles from Pocatello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 403.9 miles (650 km), while the road route adds roughly 135.5 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 7:30 AM PDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $74.08 one way or $148.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 169.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Rathdrum and Pocatello, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Rathdrum and Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Pocatello.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rathdrum and Pocatello. Straight-line distance: 403.92 mi (650.04 km).
#1 Rathdrum
City in Koostenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 9,150 |
| Coordinates | 47.8124000, -116.8965900 |
| Altitude | 674 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pocatello
The most populous city in Bannock County, Idaho.
| Population | 56,637 |
| Coordinates | 42.8713000, -112.4455300 |
| Altitude | 1360 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 7th Avenue (-112.445543, 42.871292)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 868 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 43m |
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 | $74.08 | $148.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $80.52 | $161.03 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $86.57 | $173.13 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $102.99 | $205.98 |
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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