How far is Twin Falls, ID from Iona, ID?

The driving distance from Twin Falls, ID to Iona, ID is about 167.3 miles (269.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 144 miles (231.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
167.3 mi
02h 50m
Flight
143.95 mi
231.66 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
143.95 mi
Kilometers
231.66 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
167.3 mi
Kilometers
269.25 km
Drive Time
02h 50m

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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 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Iona
Wed, May 13, 1:23 AM MDT
Return by in Twin Falls
Wed, May 13, 4:14 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Twin Falls
2026-05-12T22:32
Arrive Iona
Wed, May 13, 1:23 AM MDT
Route Timing
02h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:51 AM to 12:51 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:48 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Twin Falls
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
American Falls
ID

City in Idaho

From Twin Falls
83.5 mi
01h 25m
To Iona
83.8 mi
01h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
92°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph E
Destination
87°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Twin Falls and Iona.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Twin Falls and Iona.

  1. 1

    Start on Shoshone Street East

    1.2 km · 1 min · Shoshone Street East

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South

    1.2 km · 1 min · 2nd Avenue South

  3. 3

    Continue on Kimberly Road

    4.9 mi · 7 min · Kimberly Road

  4. 4

    Continue on East 3800 North

    4.2 mi · 6 min · East 3800 North

  5. 5

    Continue on ID 50

    2114 ft · 28 sec · ID 50

  6. 6

    Take the ramp straight

    2203 ft · 54 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

    39.1 mi · 37 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    62.7 mi · 59 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Idaho Falls

    3046 ft · 40 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight right

    46.3 mi · 44 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone

    1434 ft · 35 sec

  12. 12

    Continue on Rigby Highway

    2 mi · 3 min · Rigby Highway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward US 20 Business: Lewisville, Idaho Falls

    1314 ft · 35 sec

  14. 14

    Turn right onto North 5th East

    115 m · 15 sec · North 5th East

  15. 15

    Turn left onto East Iona Road

    2 mi · 4 min · East Iona Road

  16. 16

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Iona Road

    34 m · 2 sec · East Iona Road

  17. 17

    Exit the roundabout onto East Iona Road

    2 mi · 3 min · East Iona Road

  18. 18

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    34 m · 2 sec

  19. 19

    Exit the roundabout

    42 m · 4 sec

  20. 20

    Continue on East Iona Road

    2849 ft · 1 min · East Iona Road

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Olson Avenue

    129 m · 19 sec · Olson Avenue

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Olson Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Twin Falls and Iona.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
22 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
2 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
102 mi · 61%
Idaho Falls
46.9 mi · 28%
Kimberly Road
4.87 mi · 3%
East Iona Road
4.59 mi · 3%
East 3800 North
4.18 mi · 2%
Rigby Highway
1.99 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23.3 mi
144 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
American Falls
01h 25m from Twin Falls
Leave By
12:48 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Twin Falls and Sunny near Iona.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Twin Falls to Iona?

The road trip is about 167.3 miles (269.2 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?

American Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.5 miles from Twin Falls and 83.8 miles from Iona.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 144 miles (231.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.3 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 12:48 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.97 one way or $45.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Twin Falls and Sunny near Iona.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Twin Falls and Iona. Straight-line distance: 143.95 mi (231.66 km).

Twin Falls

#1 Twin Falls

The most populous city in Twin Falls County, Idaho.

Population50,197
Coordinates42.5629700, -114.4608700
Altitude1138
CountryUnited States
Iona

#2 Iona

City in Idaho, United States

Population2,354
Coordinates43.5263000, -111.9330200
Altitude1458
CountryUnited States
Start: Twin Falls (-114.46087, 42.56297)
End: Iona (-111.93302, 43.5263)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 269 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 20m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.9 gal
22.35 L · about $22.97
Round trip
$45.94
11.8 gal · 44.7 L
Estimated CO2
52.4 kg one way
Round trip: 104.9 kg / 231 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $22.97 $45.94
Mid-grade $4.23 $24.96 $49.93
Premium $4.55 $26.84 $53.68
Diesel $5.41 $31.93 $63.86

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Idaho · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Twin Falls and Iona. The current time is 22:32:52.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.