How far is Twin Falls, ID from Lincoln, ID?
The driving distance from Twin Falls, ID to Lincoln, ID is about 165.4 miles (266.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.1 miles (228.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 35m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Twin Falls and Lincoln.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Twin Falls and Lincoln.
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Start on Shoshone Street East
1.2 km · 1 min · Shoshone Street East
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South
1.2 km · 1 min · 2nd Avenue South
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Continue on Kimberly Road
4.9 mi · 7 min · Kimberly Road
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Continue on East 3800 North
4.2 mi · 6 min · East 3800 North
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Continue on ID 50
2114 ft · 28 sec · ID 50
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Take the ramp straight
2203 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
39.1 mi · 37 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
1.4 km · 1 min · Rigby Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Science Center Drive
1042 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
121 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto Science Center Drive
1522 ft · 29 sec · Science Center Drive
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Continue on East Anderson Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · East Anderson Avenue
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Continue on Lincoln Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Lincoln Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Lincoln Road
42 m · 2 sec · East Lincoln Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Lincoln Road
1.6 km · 2 min · East Lincoln Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Ammon Road
81 m · 5 sec · North Ammon Road
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Exit the roundabout onto North Ammon Road
558 ft · 11 sec · North Ammon Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Ammon Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Twin Falls and Lincoln.
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.
Sunny leaving Twin Falls and Sunny near Lincoln.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Twin Falls to Lincoln?
The road trip is about 165.4 miles (266.2 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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 82.6 miles from Twin Falls and 82.8 miles from Lincoln.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.1 miles (228.7 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 12:54 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.43 one way or $56.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Twin Falls and Sunny near Lincoln.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Twin Falls and Lincoln. Straight-line distance: 142.13 mi (228.73 km).
#1 Twin Falls
The most populous city in Twin Falls County, Idaho.
| Population | 50,197 |
| Coordinates | 42.5629700, -114.4608700 |
| Altitude | 1138 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lincoln
Situated in eastern Idaho's Bonneville County at an altitude of 4757 feet, this census-designated place lies immediately east of Idaho Falls in the Snake River Valley.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.5129700, -111.9644100 |
| Altitude | 1450 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lincoln (-111.96441, 43.51297)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 266 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $28.43 | $56.86 |
| Mid-grade | $5.19 | $30.30 | $60.61 |
| Premium | $5.46 | $31.86 | $63.71 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $37.10 | $74.19 |
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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