Origin
Chubbuck, ID
Evening in Chubbuck on Sunday
Local time
7:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chubbuck, ID to Jerome, ID
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
119.7 mi
193 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
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
Traveling between Chubbuck and Jerome covers 119.7 miles through the Mountain West, making this a straightforward drive that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. Because the duration is relatively short, you can easily complete this trip as a day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Your journey will primarily utilize I-86, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, and West Main Street to reach your destination. Budgeting roughly $19 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire distance. Since the route stays entirely within Idaho, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition between these two communities.
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
59.8 miles from Chubbuck, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from high-speed transit to local streets. You will spend about 51% of your time on highways, providing a balanced pace for your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs over 61.5 miles while navigating I-86, which allows for steady cruising. As you move off the interstate and onto the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway and West Main Street, the character of the drive shifts from a wide-open interstate feel to a more localized environment. This combination ensures you aren't stuck on a monotonous grind for the entire duration.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 86 is the longest continuous segment at about 61.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,473 ft
3,793 ft
Total Climb
288 ft
Total Descent
968 ft
Highest Point
4,473 ft
Elevation Range
680 ft
Notable High Points
4,425 ft at ~19.9 miles
+3 ft prominence
4,403 ft at ~44.9 miles
+136 ft prominence
4,277 ft at ~64.8 miles
+10 ft prominence
4,229 ft at ~84.8 miles
+15 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near I 86.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Chubbuck, ID to Jerome, ID is easy. At 1h 54m with 51% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (I 86): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 118.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 118.4 miles (ID 25 / State Highway 25): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 86
Merge onto I 86
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
118.1 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward ID 25: Jerome
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward ID 25: Jerome
5
118.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
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ID 25 / State Highway 25
Turn right onto ID 25 / State Highway 25
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 86 | 61.5 mi | 57m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 55.9 mi | 52m |
| West Main Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Yellowstone Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| State Highway 25 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 86
— 61.5 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chubbuck, ID and Jerome, ID.
1
Start on US 91
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Yellowstone Avenue
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
3
Merge onto I 86
61 mi
·
57 min
·
I 86
4
Continue on I 84; US 30
56 mi
·
52 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward ID 25: Jerome
6
Turn right onto ID 25
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
State Highway 25
7
Continue on ID 25
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
ID 25
Trip Plan
With a total travel time under two hours, you have significant flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic. Since there are no scheduled stops on this 119.7-mile route, it is wise to ensure your vehicle is fueled and ready before heading out to keep your $19 budget on track. Be mindful of the transition from the high-speed stretches of I-86 into the local traffic patterns of West Main Street, as speed limits will change frequently. Because this is a quick trip, you don't need to worry about complex pacing or overnight logistics. Use the ease of this drive to your advantage by planning your arrival for a time that best fits your personal itinerary.
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 59.8 miles from Chubbuck, ID, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.5 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 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.8 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jerome, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chubbuck, 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 Chubbuck, ID
This is one driving day of about 119.7 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chubbuck, 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 I 86 for about 61.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.8 mi from Chubbuck, ID · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 59.8 miles from Chubbuck, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.5 miles.
Arriving in Jerome, ID
The final approach into Jerome, 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 Jerome, 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
$18.97 one way
$37.94 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $19.94 | $39.88 |
| premium | $4.53 | $21.34 | $42.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.59 | $53.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.57 | $5.75 |
| Efficient EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.47 | $4.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.76 | $7.66 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Jerome, ID
Evening in Jerome on Sunday
Local time
7:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
34°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 54m 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 Chubbuck, ID to Jerome, ID covers 119.7 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 86, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.8 miles from Chubbuck, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.97 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.
The drive from Chubbuck, ID to Jerome, ID is easy. At 1h 54m with 51% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (I 86): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 118.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 118.4 miles (ID 25 / State Highway 25): Navigation decision point.
The route from Chubbuck, ID to Jerome, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 3,793 ft to 4,473 ft elevation with about 288 ft of total climbing. There are 4 notable high points along the way.
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