How far is Stites, ID from White Bird, ID?
The driving distance from Stites, ID to White Bird, ID is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in and county seat of Idaho County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stites and White Bird.
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Start on the route
22.3 mi · 25 min
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Turn left
16.2 mi · 19 min
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Turn left onto Whitebird Road
2303 ft · 1 min · Whitebird Road
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Turn right onto River Road
651 ft · 20 sec · River Road
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Turn right onto Everst Street
21 m · 3 sec · Everst Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Everst Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stites and White Bird.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
22.3 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Sunny leaving Stites and Mostly Clear near White Bird.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stites to White Bird?
The road trip is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Grangeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.5 miles from Stites and 19.6 miles from White Bird.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.72 one way or $13.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Sunny around Stites and Mostly Clear near White Bird.
Stop Ideas Near Grangeville
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 Grangeville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stites and White Bird. Straight-line distance: 27.63 mi (44.46 km).
#1 Stites
City in Idaho County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 232 |
| Coordinates | 46.0915600, -115.9762500 |
| Altitude | 398 |
| Country | United States |
#2 White Bird
City in Idaho County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 95 |
| Coordinates | 45.7615500, -116.3007000 |
| Altitude | 482 |
| Country | United States |
End: Everst Street (-116.300634, 45.761666)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $4.87 | $6.72 | $13.44 |
| Mid-grade | $5.19 | $7.16 | $14.32 |
| Premium | $5.46 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
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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