How far is Weiser, ID from Idaho Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Weiser, ID to Idaho Falls, ID is about 350.8 miles (564.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 251.7 miles (405.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 55m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 57m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Gooding County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Weiser and Idaho Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weiser and Idaho Falls.
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Start on the route
36 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto West Butterfield Avenue
56 m · 10 sec · West Butterfield Avenue
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Turn right onto State Street
753 ft · 31 sec · State Street
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Turn left onto East Park Street
2678 ft · 1 min · East Park Street
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Turn right onto East 7th Street
14.8 mi · 19 min · East 7th Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Take the exit slight right
531 ft · 15 sec
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Continue on Northwest 16th Street
2821 ft · 47 sec · Northwest 16th Street
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Continue on East Idaho Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · East Idaho Avenue
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Turn left
1512 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Old Oregon Trail Highway
27.7 mi · 26 min · Old Oregon Trail Highway
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
1.1 km · 48 sec · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
21.7 mi · 25 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
172.3 mi · 2 hr 43 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
43.2 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 26: Ammon, Jackson
1448 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto West Sunnyside Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · West Sunnyside Road
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Turn right 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 Weiser and Idaho Falls.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right to continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
172 mi · 02h 43m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Weiser and Rain And Snow Likely near Idaho Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Weiser to Idaho Falls?
The road trip is about 350.8 miles (564.6 km) and usually takes 04h 57m 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?
Wendell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 175.4 miles from Weiser and 175.5 miles from Idaho Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 251.7 miles (405.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 99.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:04 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $48.20 one way or $96.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 110 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Weiser and Rain And Snow Likely near Idaho Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Wendell
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 Wendell.
Twin Falls, Idaho
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Weiser and Idaho Falls. Straight-line distance: 251.73 mi (405.12 km).
#1 Weiser
City in Washington County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 5,376 |
| Coordinates | 44.2510000, -116.9693300 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| 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: 565 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 22m |
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 | $48.20 | $96.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $52.38 | $104.76 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $56.32 | $112.63 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $67.00 | $134.00 |
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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