How far is Twin Falls, ID from Soda Springs, ID?
The driving distance from Twin Falls, ID to Soda Springs, ID is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.4 miles (234 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Snow Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Twin Falls and Soda Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Twin Falls and Soda Springs.
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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 right to continue on Salt Lake
2781 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
24.3 mi · 24 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 30 East: Mc Cammon, Soda Springs, Montpelier
1579 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto East Merrill Road
31.6 mi · 38 min · East Merrill Road
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd South Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Twin Falls and Soda Springs.
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
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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 Snow Showers Likely near Soda Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Twin Falls to Soda Springs?
The road trip is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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 86.1 miles from Twin Falls and 86.4 miles from Soda Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.4 miles (234 km), while the road route adds roughly 27 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 12:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.67 one way or $47.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Twin Falls and Snow Showers Likely near Soda Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Twin Falls and Soda Springs. Straight-line distance: 145.38 mi (233.96 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 Soda Springs
City in Caribou County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 3,023 |
| Coordinates | 42.6543700, -111.6046700 |
| Altitude | 1760 |
| Country | United States |
End: Soda Springs (-111.60467, 42.65437)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $23.67 | $47.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.72 | $51.45 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.66 | $55.32 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $32.90 | $65.81 |
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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