How far is Rexburg, ID from Blackfoot, ID?
The driving distance from Rexburg, ID to Blackfoot, ID is about 55.2 miles (88.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52 miles (83.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rexburg and Blackfoot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rexburg and Blackfoot.
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Start on West Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West Main Street
128 m · 12 sec · West Main Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 20
2201 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Yellowstone Highway
6.9 mi · 7 min · Yellowstone Highway
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
15.4 mi · 16 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Rigby Highway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Rigby Highway
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Merge slight right onto Grandview Drive
575 ft · 14 sec · Grandview Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Arco, Pocatello
1466 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
26.2 mi · 25 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 26, ID 39: Blackfoot, Aberdeen
1439 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Bergener Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · Bergener Boulevard
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Continue on West Bridge Street
137 m · 8 sec · West Bridge Street
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Continue on West Judicial Street
2260 ft · 44 sec · West Judicial Street
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Turn left onto South Ash Street
673 ft · 20 sec · South Ash Street
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Turn right onto West Pacific Street
102 m · 14 sec · West Pacific Street
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
48 m · 12 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn left
11 m · 3 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 Rexburg and Blackfoot.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
26.2 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Rexburg and Light Rain Likely near Blackfoot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rexburg to Blackfoot?
The road trip is about 55.2 miles (88.8 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Idaho Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.6 miles from Rexburg and 27.6 miles from Blackfoot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52 miles (83.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.59 one way or $15.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Rexburg and Light Rain Likely near Blackfoot.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rexburg and Blackfoot. Straight-line distance: 51.98 mi (83.66 km).
#1 Rexburg
City in and county seat of Madison County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 29,400 |
| Coordinates | 43.8260200, -111.7896900 |
| Altitude | 1483 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blackfoot
City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 12,034 |
| Coordinates | 43.1904700, -112.3449800 |
| Altitude | 1371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blackfoot (-112.34498, 43.19047)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.59 | $15.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $8.25 | $16.50 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $8.87 | $17.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
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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