How far is Twin Falls, ID from Sun Valley, ID?
The driving distance from Twin Falls, ID to Sun Valley, ID is about 82.6 miles (133 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.5 miles (126.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 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.
City in Lincoln County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Twin Falls and Sun Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Twin Falls and Sun Valley.
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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
21.2 mi · 26 min
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Continue straight
53.9 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Turn right onto East Sun Valley Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · East Sun Valley Road
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Turn right onto Moritz Road
851 ft · 37 sec · Moritz Road
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Turn right onto Inn Entry Lane
88 m · 13 sec · Inn Entry Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Inn Entry Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Twin Falls and Sun Valley.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North 3000 East Road
Continue straight
53.9 mi · 01h 19m
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 Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers near Sun Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Twin Falls to Sun Valley?
The road trip is about 82.6 miles (133 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Richfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from Twin Falls and 41.3 miles from Sun Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.5 miles (126.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 2:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.37 one way or $22.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Twin Falls and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers near Sun Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Richfield
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 Richfield.
Twin Falls, Idaho
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Twin Falls and Sun Valley. Straight-line distance: 78.55 mi (126.42 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 Sun Valley
Resort city in Blaine County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,486 |
| Coordinates | 43.6971300, -114.3517200 |
| Altitude | 1812 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sun Valley (-114.35172, 43.69713)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $12.35 | $24.71 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $13.28 | $26.57 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $15.80 | $31.61 |
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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