Trip from Burley, ID to Twin Falls, ID

Drive Time

45m

Distance

37.9 mi

61 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 42m ★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Burley, ID, ID

Burley, ID

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Downtown Twin Falls, ID, ID

Twin Falls, ID

Mark Direen

Trip Overview

Traveling between Burley and Twin Falls is a straightforward 37.9-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Because this route is entirely within the Mountain West region of Idaho, it serves as an efficient connection rather than a long-haul expedition. You can easily manage this trip in a single day, making it ideal for a quick commute or a regional errand. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, it is an economical drive that won't strain your travel budget. Since there are no mandatory stops required to complete the route, you have the flexibility to power through or take your time depending on your schedule.

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

18.9 miles from Burley, ID

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is characterized by a turn-heavy local feel that shifts away from a standard interstate experience. You will spend the entirety of the journey on various roads, including the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, Addison Avenue East, and East 3900 North Road. The longest uninterrupted section is a 25.5-mile stretch along the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, which provides the bulk of the distance. Because this is a high-percentage highway drive, expect consistent movement rather than frequent stop-and-go traffic. Stay alert for the transition between these different road types as you navigate toward your destination.

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.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 25.5 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

4,258 ft 3,733 ft

Total Climb

175 ft

Total Descent

605 ft

Highest Point

4,258 ft

~11.1 mi in

Elevation Range

526 ft

Notable High Points

4,153 ft at ~3.2 miles +4 ft prominence
4,258 ft at ~11.1 miles +44 ft prominence
4,169 ft at ~18.9 miles +1 ft prominence

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 East 14th Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 7 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 (East 14th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ID 27 / Overland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 14th Street

Turn right onto East 14th Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | ID 27 / Overland Avenue

Turn right onto ID 27 / Overland Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
2.5 mi into trip | ~4m in

Turn left toward I-84: Twin Falls

Navigation decision point

Toward I-84: Twin Falls
3
2.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 84 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 84 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
28.2 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward ID 50: Kimberly, Twin Falls

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward ID 50: Kimberly, Twin Falls

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway 25.5 mi 23m
Addison Avenue East 3.9 mi 6m
East 3900 North Road 3.1 mi 5m
Overland Avenue 2.4 mi 4m
Addison Ave East 1 mi 2m
South 1150 East 0.8 mi <1m
ID 50 0.5 mi <1m
East 14th Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway — 25.5 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burley, ID and Twin Falls, ID.

1

Start on this road

92 ft · 8 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto East 14th Street

181 ft · 12 sec · East 14th Street
3

Turn right onto ID 27

2.4 mi · 4 min · Overland Avenue
4

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I-84: Twin Falls
5

Merge onto I 84

26 mi · 23 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward ID 50: Kimberly, Twin Falls
7

Turn left onto ID 50

484 ft · 8 sec · South 1150 East
8

Continue on ID 50

0.5 mi · 35 sec · ID 50
9

Continue on ID 50

0.7 mi · 47 sec · South 1150 East
10

Turn right onto East 3900 North Road

3.1 mi · 5 min · East 3900 North Road
11

Continue on Addison Avenue East

3.9 mi · 6 min · Addison Avenue East
12

Continue on Addison Ave East

1.0 mi · 2 min · Addison Ave East
13

Turn left onto Shoshone Street East

180 ft · 6 sec · Shoshone Street East
14

Arrive at destination

Shoshone Street East

Trip Plan

Given the short 45-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. Since there are zero scheduled stops, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in lengthy breaks or rest periods. Keep in mind that the route's turn-heavy nature requires you to stay engaged with your navigation, especially when transitioning off the main highway stretches. Budgeting around $6 for fuel should keep you covered for the trip, but it is always wise to double-check your tank before leaving Burley. Use this short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Twin Falls with precision.

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 18.9 miles from Burley, ID, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.5 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 37.9 miles or 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 18.9 miles or 20m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Twin Falls, ID than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Burley, 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 Burley, ID

This is one driving day of about 37.9 miles and 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burley, 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 Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for about 25.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18.9 mi from Burley, ID · 20m into the drive

Downtown Sun Valley, ID, ID

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sun Valley, ID

19 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

Sun Valley, ID

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sun Valley, ID

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Burley, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Twin Falls, ID

The final approach into Twin Falls, 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 Twin Falls, 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

$6.01 one way

$12.01 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $6.31 $12.63
premium $4.53 $6.76 $13.52
diesel $5.64 $8.42 $16.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.4 0 $3.98 $1.82
Efficient EV 9.5 0 $3.32 $1.52
EV Truck/SUV 15.2 0 $5.31 $2.43

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 hour from now

Origin

Burley, ID

Afternoon in Burley on Sunday

Local time

4:43 PM

MDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Twin Falls, ID

Afternoon in Twin Falls on Sunday

Local time

4:43 PM

MDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

30°F

Sun Valley, ID

19 mi in

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

4 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

45m 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 Burley, ID to Twin Falls, ID covers 37.9 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, Addison Avenue East, East 3900 North Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 miles from Burley, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.01 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 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 14th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ID 27 / Overland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Burley, ID to Twin Falls, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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