How far is Riggins, ID from Stites, ID?
The driving distance from Riggins, ID to Stites, ID is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.1 miles (79 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Idaho County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riggins and Stites.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riggins and Stites.
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Start on Lodge Street
41 m · 16 sec · Lodge Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
44.4 mi · 50 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Harpster Grade Road
21.2 mi · 24 min · Harpster Grade Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riggins and Stites.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
44.4 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Sunny leaving Riggins and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Stites.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riggins to Stites?
The road trip is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
White Bird is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Riggins and 33.5 miles from Stites.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.1 miles (79 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.6 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 3:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.44 one way or $22.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Riggins and Stites, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Riggins and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Stites.
Stop Ideas Near White Bird
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to White Bird.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riggins and Stites. Straight-line distance: 49.06 mi (78.95 km).
#1 Riggins
City in Idaho County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 416 |
| Coordinates | 45.4221100, -116.3154100 |
| Altitude | 555 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stites
City in Idaho County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 232 |
| Coordinates | 46.0915600, -115.9762500 |
| Altitude | 398 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stites (-115.97625, 46.09156)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.87 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| Mid-grade | $5.19 | $12.19 | $24.39 |
| Premium | $5.46 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $14.93 | $29.85 |
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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