How far is Rexburg, ID from Rathdrum, ID?
The driving distance from Rexburg, ID to Rathdrum, ID is about 485.8 miles (781.8 km), with a travel time of about 08h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 369.1 miles (594 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 15m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rexburg and Rathdrum.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rexburg and Rathdrum.
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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
19.3 mi · 29 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward Butte
970 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
173.8 mi · 2 hr 43 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 90 West: Missoula
2808 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
283.4 mi · 4 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right
1671 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right
130 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto North Highway 41
6.7 mi · 10 min · North Highway 41
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Turn left onto North McCartney Street
1192 ft · 38 sec · North McCartney Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
93 m · 11 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Mill Street
74 m · 7 sec · North Mill Street
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Turn right onto West Highway 53
125 m · 13 sec · West Highway 53
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Highway 53
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rexburg and Rathdrum.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left onto I 90 West: Missoula
283 mi · 04h 47m
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.
Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Rexburg and Chance Light Rain near Rathdrum.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rexburg to Rathdrum?
The road trip is about 485.8 miles (781.8 km) and usually takes 08h 15m 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 242.6 miles from Rexburg and 243.2 miles from Rathdrum.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 369.1 miles (594 km), while the road route adds roughly 116.7 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 MDT. 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 $66.73 one way or $133.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 152.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Rexburg and Rathdrum, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Rexburg and Chance Light Rain near Rathdrum.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rexburg and Rathdrum. Straight-line distance: 369.07 mi (593.96 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 Rathdrum
City in Koostenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 9,150 |
| Coordinates | 47.8124000, -116.8965900 |
| Altitude | 674 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rathdrum (-116.89659, 47.8124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 782 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 16h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 12h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 03m |
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 | $66.73 | $133.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $72.52 | $145.04 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $77.97 | $155.94 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $92.76 | $185.52 |
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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