Origin
Blackfoot, ID
Evening in Blackfoot on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blackfoot, ID to Rexburg, ID
Drive Time
59m
Distance
54.6 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
Spanning 54.6 miles across the Mountain West, this straightforward trip between Blackfoot and Rexburg takes about 59 minutes to complete. Because the duration is well under an hour, you can easily tackle this as a simple day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Veterans Memorial Highway, the Idaho Medal of Honor Highway, and the Yellowstone Highway to navigate between these two Idaho hubs. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the trip is quite economical for a quick transit. Whether you are heading north for business or recreation, this route offers a practical, no-fuss connection between these regional points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
27.3 miles from Blackfoot, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The entire 54.6-mile journey is conducted on highways, ensuring a consistent pace throughout the trip. You will spend your longest uninterrupted segment covering 26 miles on the Veterans Memorial Highway. As you transition between the various highway sections, the road requires your attention due to its technical, local nature. It is a functional drive that trades high-speed boredom for constant, manageable adjustments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 26 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Idaho Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 59m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Idaho Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Ash Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.5 miles (US 20): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Idaho Street
Turn left onto West Idaho Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Ash Street
Turn left onto North Ash Street
Navigation decision point
6
27.5 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 20
Take the exit onto US 20 toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 119
Toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowston...
5
53.3 mi into trip
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~56m in
Take the exit toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
7
53.6 mi into trip
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~56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Blackfoot, ID to Rexburg, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Yellowstone along the way.
Yellowstone
27.5 mi in
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~27m
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via US 20
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 26 mi | 24m |
| Idaho Medal of Honor Highway | 15.4 mi | 16m |
| Yellowstone Highway | 7 mi | 7m |
| Rigby Highway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bergener Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I 15 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 26 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackfoot, ID and Rexburg, ID.
1
Start on this road
35 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
162 ft
·
12 sec
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North Broadway Street
3
Turn left onto West Idaho Street
333 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Idaho Street
4
Turn left onto North Ash Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Ash Street
5
Turn right onto I 15 Business
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Bridge Street
6
Continue on I 15 Business
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Bergener Boulevard
7
Take the ramp onto I 15 Business
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 15 Business
8
Merge onto I 15; US 26
26 mi
·
24 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Take the exit onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 20
Exit 119
Toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone
10
Continue on US 20
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Rigby Highway
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 20
15 mi
·
16 min
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Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
12
Continue on US 20
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Yellowstone Highway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
14
Keep slight right at fork
301 ft
·
9 sec
Toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
15
Turn straight onto ID 33
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
ID 33
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, sub-one-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits your plans. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the entire distance is easily manageable in a single stint. Make sure to keep your $9 fuel budget in mind, though the short distance means you likely won't need to refuel mid-journey. Because the route is turn-heavy, stay alert at intersections and highway transitions to ensure a smooth arrival in Rexburg. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on your destination rather than complex navigation.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 27.3 miles from Blackfoot, ID, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 54.6 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.3 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rexburg, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blackfoot, ID so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blackfoot, ID
This is one driving day of about 54.6 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Blackfoot, ID.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 26 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.3 mi from Blackfoot, ID · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 54.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Blackfoot, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rexburg, ID
The final approach into Rexburg, ID usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Rexburg, ID.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.65 one way
$17.30 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $9.09 | $18.19 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.13 | $24.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Rexburg, ID
Evening in Rexburg on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blackfoot, ID to Rexburg, ID covers 54.6 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Idaho Medal of Honor Highway, Yellowstone Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.3 miles from Blackfoot, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 59m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Idaho Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Ash Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.5 miles (US 20): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Blackfoot, ID to Rexburg, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Yellowstone along the way.
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