How far is Salmon, ID from Post Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Salmon, ID to Post Falls, ID is about 312.2 miles (502.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 228 miles (367 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Shoshone County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salmon and Post Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salmon and Post Falls.
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Start on South Saint Charles Street
63 m · 14 sec · South Saint Charles Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1103 ft · 19 sec · Main Street
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Turn slight right onto US 93: Missoula
135.6 mi · 2 hr 59 min
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Continue on Brooks Street
2981 ft · 1 min · Brooks Street
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Turn left onto South Reserve Street
5.4 mi · 10 min · South Reserve Street
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Turn left onto I 90 West, US 93 North, MT 200 West: Kalispell, Coeur D' Alene
1726 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
169.2 mi · 2 hr 58 min · Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Spokane Street
1913 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto North Spokane Street
1710 ft · 1 min · North Spokane Street
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Turn left onto West 10th Avenue
872 ft · 38 sec · West 10th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 10th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Salmon and Post Falls.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
169 mi · 02h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Salmon and Rain near Post Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salmon to Post Falls?
The road trip is about 312.2 miles (502.4 km) and usually takes 05h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mullan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 155.9 miles from Salmon and 156.2 miles from Post Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 228 miles (367 km), while the road route adds roughly 84.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:42 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.90 one way or $85.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Salmon and Post Falls, 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 around Salmon and Rain near Post Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Mullan
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 Mullan.
Libby
Sandpoint station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salmon and Post Falls. Straight-line distance: 228.03 mi (366.98 km).
#1 Salmon
City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,169 |
| Coordinates | 45.1757500, -113.8959000 |
| Altitude | 1202 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Post Falls
City in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 36,250 |
| Coordinates | 47.7179600, -116.9515900 |
| Altitude | 665 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 10th Avenue (-116.951612, 47.717931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 502 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $42.90 | $85.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $46.63 | $93.25 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $50.13 | $100.26 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $59.64 | $119.28 |
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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