How far is Rupert, ID from Rexburg, ID?
The driving distance from Rupert, ID to Rexburg, ID is about 148 miles (238.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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.
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 02h 07m.
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.
City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rupert and Rexburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rupert and Rexburg.
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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
62.7 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Idaho Falls
3046 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight right
46.3 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone
1434 ft · 35 sec
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Continue on Rigby Highway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Rigby 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 Yellowstone Highway
7 mi · 8 min · Yellowstone Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
1430 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
92 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rupert and Rexburg.
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
62.7 mi · 00h 59m
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Rupert and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Rexburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rupert to Rexburg?
The road trip is about 148 miles (238.2 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Chubbuck is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.9 miles from Rupert and 74.1 miles from Rexburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 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 2:14 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.47 one way or $50.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Rupert and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Rexburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rupert and Rexburg. Straight-line distance: 126.43 mi (203.47 km).
#1 Rupert
City in Minidoka County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 5,893 |
| Coordinates | 42.6190800, -113.6772300 |
| Altitude | 1267 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: West Main Street (-111.78969, 43.826057)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $4.88 | $25.47 | $50.95 |
| Mid-grade | $5.19 | $27.09 | $54.18 |
| Premium | $5.46 | $28.50 | $56.99 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $33.18 | $66.36 |
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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