Origin
Boise, ID
Evening in Boise on Sunday
Local time
5:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boise, ID to Soda Springs, ID
Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
292.5 mi
471 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 38m
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6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 18m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boise, ID
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
Traveling from Boise to Soda Springs covers 292.5 miles across the beautiful Idaho landscape. Expect to spend approximately 4 hours and 51 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. You will navigate through Mountain West terrain, utilizing local routes like South 6th Street, West Myrtle Street, and South Broadway Avenue. With a fuel budget of about $45, the trip is quite cost-effective for solo travelers or small groups. Since the entire route is within the same state, you will enjoy a consistent regional feel as you transition from the capital to the southeastern part of Idaho.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
146.3 miles from Boise, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway travel. You will navigate a series of local roads, meaning there are no long, uninterrupted stretches like the 0 miles on South 6th Street might suggest. The character of the drive remains technical and engaging, requiring your full attention as you move through various local corridors. Because the path relies entirely on city and local streets, you should expect frequent changes in pace and surroundings. It is a hands-on driving experience that demands alertness throughout the entire 4-hour and 51-minute transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 6th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Boise, ID to Soda Springs, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Myrtle Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Broadway Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 84 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Salt Lake | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South 6th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boise, ID and Soda Springs, ID.
1
Start on the route
118 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
262 ft
·
21 sec
3
Turn right onto South 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
South 6th Street
4
Turn left onto West Myrtle Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Myrtle Street
5
Turn right onto South Broadway Avenue
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Broadway Avenue
6
Take the ramp left toward I 84 East
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 84 East
7
Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
166 mi
·
2 hr 36 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Continue straight
63 mi
·
59 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on Salt Lake
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Salt Lake
10
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
24 mi
·
23 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 30 East: Mc Cammon, Soda Springs, Montpelier
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 15 Business, US 30 East: Mc Cammon, Soda Springs, Montpelier
12
Turn left onto East Merrill Road
32 mi
·
38 min
·
East Merrill Road
13
Continue straight
2.2 mi
·
3 min
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route, plan to leave early in the morning to maximize daylight for navigating local turns comfortably. You are limited to just one recommended stop, so choose your break point strategically to stretch your legs and refuel. With a total travel time nearing five hours, keeping your $45 fuel budget in mind while planning your stops will help you stay on track. Because there are no highway segments to provide a quick cruise, allow yourself extra time for potential local traffic congestion. Focus on staying alert during the technical segments, as the lack of highway driving means you will be actively steering through turns for the duration of the trip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 146.3 miles from Boise, ID, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.3 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Soda Springs, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Boise, 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 Boise, ID
This is one driving day of about 292.5 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Boise, ID.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 146.3 mi from Boise, ID · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 146.3 miles from Boise, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Soda Springs, ID
The final approach into Soda Springs, 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 Soda Springs, 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
$46.35 one way
$92.70 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $48.72 | $97.45 |
| premium | $4.53 | $52.15 | $104.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $64.98 | $129.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.8 | 1 | $30.71 | $14.04 |
| Efficient EV | 73.1 | 0 | $25.59 | $11.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117 | 1 | $40.95 | $18.72 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Soda Springs, ID
Evening in Soda Springs on Sunday
Local time
5:42 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 51m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Boise, ID to Soda Springs, ID covers 292.5 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 6th Street, West Myrtle Street, South Broadway Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 146.3 miles from Boise, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Boise, ID to Soda Springs, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Boise, ID to Soda Springs, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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