How far is Rupert, ID from Pocatello, ID?
The driving distance from Rupert, ID to Pocatello, ID is about 75 miles (120.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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 07m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Power County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rupert and Pocatello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rupert and Pocatello.
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Start on the route
62 m · 17 sec
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Turn right onto 8th Street
2765 ft · 1 min · 8th Street
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Turn right onto Oneida Street
36 m · 9 sec · Oneida Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 24
63 m · 4 sec · State Highway 24
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Continue on East 8th Street South
1023 ft · 17 sec · East 8th Street South
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Continue on East Baseline Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Baseline Road
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Turn right onto South 200 East
2.5 mi · 4 min · South 200 East
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Continue on State Highway 25
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 25
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Continue on State Highway 77
119 m · 13 sec · State Highway 77
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Take the ramp left
1203 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
4.8 mi · 4 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue straight
58.3 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30: West Pocatello
1562 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 30: West Pocatello
4.5 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto East Gould Street
1674 ft · 28 sec · East Gould Street
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Continue on Gould Street
106 m · 11 sec · Gould Street
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Turn right onto Pocatello Avenue
573 ft · 15 sec · Pocatello Avenue
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Turn left onto North 7th Avenue
2001 ft · 1 min · 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 Rupert and Pocatello.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Continue straight
58.3 mi · 00h 55m
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 then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rupert 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 Rupert to Pocatello?
The road trip is about 75 miles (120.7 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Rockland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.5 miles from Rupert and 37.5 miles from Pocatello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 4:14 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.32 one way or $20.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Rupert and Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Pocatello.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rupert and Pocatello. Straight-line distance: 64.88 mi (104.42 km).
#1 Rupert
City in Minidoka County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 5,893 |
| Coordinates | 42.6190800, -113.6772300 |
| Altitude | 1267 |
| 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: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.32 | $20.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $14.34 | $28.68 |
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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