How far is Twin Falls, ID from Salmon, ID?
The driving distance from Twin Falls, ID to Salmon, ID is about 247.2 miles (397.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 182.7 miles (294 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 36m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 18m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Butte County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Twin Falls and Salmon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Twin Falls and Salmon.
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Start on Shoshone Street East
25 m · 4 sec · Shoshone Street East
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Turn right onto 11th Avenue East
69 m · 17 sec · 11th Avenue East
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Turn sharp right onto Addison Avenue
106 m · 18 sec · Addison Avenue
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Turn left onto Blue Lakes Boulevard North
2 mi · 4 min · Blue Lakes Boulevard North
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Continue on North 3000 East Road
3.7 mi · 5 min · North 3000 East Road
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Turn straight
20.4 mi · 25 min
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Turn right
40.4 mi · 1 hr
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
41 mi · 47 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Grand Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto North Water Street
122 m · 8 sec · North Water Street
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Turn right onto West Lost River Avenue
979 ft · 20 sec · West Lost River Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Front Street
25.7 mi · 31 min · North Front Street
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Continue on East Custer Street
111.8 mi · 2 hr 21 min · East Custer Street
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Continue on South Challis Street
2152 ft · 43 sec · South Challis Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2394 ft · 48 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto South Saint Charles Street
63 m · 9 sec · South Saint Charles Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Saint Charles Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Twin Falls and Salmon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Custer Street
Continue on East Custer Street
112 mi · 02h 21m
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.
Sunny leaving Twin Falls and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Snow near Salmon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Twin Falls to Salmon?
The road trip is about 247.2 miles (397.8 km) and usually takes 05h 18m 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?
Moore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 123.5 miles from Twin Falls and 123.7 miles from Salmon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 182.7 miles (294 km), while the road route adds roughly 64.5 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 6:24 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.95 one way or $67.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Twin Falls and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Snow near Salmon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Twin Falls and Salmon. Straight-line distance: 182.7 mi (294.03 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 Salmon
City in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,169 |
| Coordinates | 45.1757500, -113.8959000 |
| Altitude | 1202 |
| Country | United States |
End: Salmon (-113.8959, 45.17575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 398 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 05m |
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 | $33.95 | $67.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $36.89 | $73.79 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $39.67 | $79.33 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $47.19 | $94.39 |
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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