Origin
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Night in Coeur d'Alene on Friday
Local time
10:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Saint Maries, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
53.2 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Ghassan Hani
Saint Maries, ID
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Trip Overview
The drive from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Saint Maries, ID covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Highway 3, I 90, Sherman Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.5 miles on South Highway 3. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 53.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 15m highway drive covering 53.2 miles, with most of the trip on South Highway 3 and I 90. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.5 miles on South Highway 3.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Highway 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Highway 3 and I 90. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North 7th Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Saint Maries, ID is easy. At 1h 15m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Sherman Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 90): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North 7th Street
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Sherman Avenue
Turn left onto Sherman Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 90
Take the ramp onto I 90 toward I 90 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I 90 East
5
20.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward ID 3: Harrison, Rose Lake, Saint Maries
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward ID 3: Harrison, Rose Lake, Saint Maries
5
53.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
West Jefferson Avenue
Turn right onto West Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Saint Maries, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Rose Lake along the way.
Rose Lake
20.3 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Highway 3 | 32.5 mi | 48m |
| I 90 | 18.7 mi | 22m |
| Sherman Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Garden Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Jefferson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Highway 3
— 32.5 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene, ID and Saint Maries, ID.
1
Start on East Garden Avenue
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Garden Avenue
2
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
North 7th Street
3
Turn left onto Sherman Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Sherman Avenue
4
Take the ramp onto I 90
19 mi
·
22 min
·
I 90
Toward I 90 East
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward ID 3: Harrison, Rose Lake, Saint Maries
6
Turn right onto ID 3
32 mi
·
48 min
·
South Highway 3
7
Continue on ID 3
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South 3rd Street
8
Turn right onto West Jefferson Avenue
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Jefferson Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
West Jefferson Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from Coeur d'Alene, ID · 35m 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Coeur d'Alene, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Maries, ID
The final approach into Saint Maries, ID usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.43 one way
$16.86 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.84 | $17.67 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.49 | $18.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
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
Saint Maries, ID
Night in Saint Maries on Friday
Local time
10:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Pinehurst, ID
27 mi in
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
2 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 15m 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 Coeur d'Alene, ID to Saint Maries, ID covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Highway 3, I 90, Sherman Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 miles from Coeur d'Alene, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.43 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 Coeur d'Alene, ID to Saint Maries, ID is easy. At 1h 15m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Sherman Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 90): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Saint Maries, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Rose Lake along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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