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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
55.19 mi
01h 00m
Flight
51.98 mi
83.66 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
51.98 mi
Kilometers
83.66 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
55.19 mi
Kilometers
88.82 km
Drive Time
01h 00m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Blackfoot
Thu, Apr 23, 2:06 AM MDT
Return by in Rexburg
Thu, Apr 23, 3:07 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rexburg
2026-04-23T01:06
Arrive Blackfoot
Thu, Apr 23, 2:06 AM MDT
Route Timing
01h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:30 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rexburg
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Idaho Falls
ID

The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.

From Rexburg
27.6 mi
00h 30m
To Blackfoot
27.6 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
Thursday

Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
17 mph SW
Destination
53°F
Thursday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
16 to 20 mph WSW

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.

  1. 1

    Start on West Main Street

    1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on West Main Street

    128 m · 12 sec · West Main Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight left toward US 20

    2201 ft · 54 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Yellowstone Highway

    6.9 mi · 7 min · Yellowstone Highway

  5. 5

    Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway

    15.4 mi · 16 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway

  6. 6

    Continue on Rigby Highway

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Rigby Highway

  7. 7

    Merge slight right onto Grandview Drive

    575 ft · 14 sec · Grandview Drive

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Arco, Pocatello

    1466 ft · 36 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    26.2 mi · 25 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 26, ID 39: Blackfoot, Aberdeen

    1439 ft · 43 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Bergener Boulevard

    1 km · 1 min · Bergener Boulevard

  12. 12

    Continue on West Bridge Street

    137 m · 8 sec · West Bridge Street

  13. 13

    Continue on West Judicial Street

    2260 ft · 44 sec · West Judicial Street

  14. 14

    Turn left onto South Ash Street

    673 ft · 20 sec · South Ash Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto West Pacific Street

    102 m · 14 sec · West Pacific Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto North Broadway Street

    48 m · 12 sec · North Broadway Street

  17. 17

    Turn left

    11 m · 3 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Rexburg and Blackfoot.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
32.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
26.2 mi · 48%
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
15.4 mi · 28%
Yellowstone Highway
6.92 mi · 13%
Rigby Highway
3.13 mi · 6%
West Main Street
1.08 mi · 2%
Bergener Boulevard
0.64 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.2 mi
52 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Idaho Falls
00h 30m from Rexburg
Leave By
4:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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).

Rexburg

#1 Rexburg

City in and county seat of Madison County, Idaho, United States

Population29,400
Coordinates43.8260200, -111.7896900
Altitude1483
CountryUnited States
Blackfoot

#2 Blackfoot

City in Bingham County, Idaho, United States

Population12,034
Coordinates43.1904700, -112.3449800
Altitude1371
CountryUnited States
Start: Rexburg (-111.78969, 43.82602)
End: Blackfoot (-112.34498, 43.19047)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 89 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
1.95 gal
7.37 L · about $7.59
Round trip
$15.18
3.9 gal · 14.74 L
Estimated CO2
17.3 kg one way
Round trip: 34.7 kg / 77 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Idaho · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Rexburg and Blackfoot. The current time is 01:06:32.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.