How far is Sandpoint, ID from Lewiston Orchards, ID?
The driving distance from Sandpoint, ID to Lewiston Orchards, ID is about 163.4 miles (262.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.5 miles (213.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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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 03h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Idaho, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sandpoint and Lewiston Orchards.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandpoint and Lewiston Orchards.
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Start on North 5th Avenue
55 m · 13 sec · North 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto Cedar Street
1381 ft · 23 sec · Cedar Street
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Continue on North 1st Avenue
1921 ft · 35 sec · North 1st Avenue
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Turn slight left onto East Superior Street
702 ft · 12 sec · East Superior Street
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Take the ramp straight
1821 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
43.7 mi · 55 min
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Continue straight
82.4 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Continue on North Main Street
535 ft · 18 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on North Jackson Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Reisenauer Road
5.2 mi · 7 min · Reisenauer Road
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Turn right
22.9 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 12 West: Lewiston
2635 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 km · 2 min
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Continue on 21st Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · 21st Street
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Continue on Thain Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Thain Road
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Turn left onto Bryden Avenue
63 m · 14 sec · Bryden Avenue
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Turn left
19 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
44 m · 11 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sandpoint and Lewiston Orchards.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Superior Street
Continue straight
82.4 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sandpoint and Rain Showers near Lewiston Orchards.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sandpoint to Lewiston Orchards?
The road trip is about 163.4 miles (262.9 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?
Plummer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.8 miles from Sandpoint and 82.5 miles from Lewiston Orchards.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.5 miles (213.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.42 one way or $44.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Sandpoint and Rain Showers near Lewiston Orchards.
Stop Ideas Near Plummer
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sandpoint and Lewiston Orchards. Straight-line distance: 132.49 mi (213.23 km).
#1 Sandpoint
City in Idaho
| Population | 8,931 |
| Coordinates | 48.2765900, -116.5532500 |
| Altitude | 639 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lewiston Orchards
City in Nez Perce County, Idaho, United States of America
| Population | 31,422 |
| Coordinates | 46.3804400, -116.9754300 |
| Altitude | 439 |
| Country | United States |
End: 11th Street (-116.9756, 46.38045)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 263 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $22.42 | $44.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.37 | $48.74 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.20 | $52.40 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $31.17 | $62.35 |
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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