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6h 21m
Distance
301.1 mi
485 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
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Coeur d'Alene, ID
Ghassan Hani
Cascade, ID
Engin Akyurt
The drive from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Cascade, ID covers 301.1 miles and takes about 6h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 95, South 3rd Street, ID 55 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 249.7 miles on US 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
150.5 miles from Coeur d'Alene, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 15m into the drive .
This is a 6h 21m highway drive covering 301.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 95 and South 3rd Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 249.7 miles on US 95.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
339 ft
Total Descent
892 ft
Highest Point
2,857 ft
~37.6 mi in
Elevation Range
892 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 95 and South 3rd Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near US 95.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 21m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 10 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point; at 85.3 miles (Reisenauer Road): Navigation decision point; at 90.6 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 95
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Reisenauer Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 95
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto US 95 toward Missoula, Boise
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto Johnston Road
Navigation decision point
Between Coeur d'Alene, ID and Cascade, ID, road signs point toward Missoula and Boise.
Missoula
Boise
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 249.7 mi | 5h 3m |
| South 3rd Street | 27.7 mi | 36m |
| ID 55 | 10.6 mi | 16m |
| Reisenauer Road | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Johnston Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| North Jackson Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| East Deinhard Lane | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Boydstun Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene, ID and Cascade, ID.
Start on East Garden Avenue
Continue on West Garden Avenue
Turn right onto Northwest Boulevard
Take the ramp
Turn left onto US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn right onto Reisenauer Road
Turn right onto US 95
Keep slight left at fork onto US 95
Turn right onto Johnston Road
Turn right onto US 95
Turn left onto ID 55
Turn right onto Boydstun Street
Continue on East Deinhard Lane
Turn right onto ID 55
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.5 miles or 3h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cascade, ID than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Coeur d'Alene, ID so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Coeur d'Alene, ID
This is one driving day of about 301.1 miles and 6h 21m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150.5 mi from Coeur d'Alene, ID · 3h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 150.5 miles from Coeur d'Alene, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 249.7 miles.
The final approach into Cascade, 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 Cascade, ID.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$47.71 one way
$95.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $50.16 | $100.31 |
| premium | $4.53 | $53.69 | $107.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $66.89 | $133.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.3 | 1 | $31.62 | $14.45 |
| Efficient EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.35 | $12.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.4 | 1 | $42.15 | $19.27 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Coeur d'Alene on Sunday
Local time
4:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Cascade on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
MDT
Current temp
24°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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