How far is Ucon, ID from Idaho Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Ucon, ID to Idaho Falls, ID is about 15 miles (24.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.6 miles (15.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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City in Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ucon and Idaho Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ucon and Idaho Falls.
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Start on the route
17 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto North Yellowstone Highway
2226 ft · 46 sec · North Yellowstone Highway
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Turn right onto East 105th North
113 m · 6 sec · East 105th North
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Continue on East 105th North
1958 ft · 40 sec · East 105th North
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Take the ramp left
1954 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
4.2 mi · 4 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Rigby Highway
3169 ft · 39 sec · Rigby Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 Business: Lewisville, Idaho Falls
1314 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto North 5th East
925 ft · 16 sec · North 5th East
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Continue on North Holmes Avenue
3.9 mi · 8 min · North Holmes Avenue
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Turn right onto East Sunnyside Road
2578 ft · 51 sec · East Sunnyside Road
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Turn left onto Stonebrook Lane
142 m · 15 sec · Stonebrook Lane
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Turn right onto West Stone Run Lane
74 m · 16 sec · West Stone Run Lane
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Turn left onto Charleston Lane
46 m · 7 sec · Charleston Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Charleston Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ucon and Idaho Falls.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
Merge slight left onto Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
4.15 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ucon and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Idaho Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ucon to Idaho Falls?
The road trip is about 15 miles (24.2 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Iona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Ucon and 9.5 miles from Idaho Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.6 miles (15.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.06 one way or $4.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ucon and Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms near Idaho Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ucon and Idaho Falls. Straight-line distance: 9.63 mi (15.5 km).
#1 Ucon
City in Bonneville County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,161 |
| Coordinates | 43.5963000, -111.9638600 |
| Altitude | 1466 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Idaho Falls
The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.
| Population | 62,888 |
| Coordinates | 43.4665800, -112.0341400 |
| Altitude | 1434 |
| Country | United States |
End: Charleston Lane (-112.034479, 43.46658)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $2.06 | $4.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $2.24 | $4.48 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $2.41 | $4.82 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
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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