Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
14.1 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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
Rathdrum, ID
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If you are looking for a quick transition between Coeur d'Alene and Rathdrum, this 14.1-mile drive is a straightforward, efficient journey. You can expect to spend about 22 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $2, the transit is remarkably cost-effective. You will navigate primarily via I-90, North 4th Street, and North Highway 41 to complete the connection within the Mountain West region. Since both locations are in Idaho, you won't deal with regional shifts, allowing you to focus entirely on the local transit experience.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 14.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 85% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, especially during the 6.7-mile stretch on North Highway 41, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the route. Expect a functional, efficient experience rather than a winding backroad adventure. Because the trip is short and lacks planned stops, you will find it to be a consistent, no-nonsense commute. The transition between the two areas is smooth, keeping you moving steadily from start to finish.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
199 ft
Total Descent
173 ft
Highest Point
2,292 ft
~6.5 mi in
Elevation Range
101 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Highway 41 and I 90. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 4th Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto North 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp onto I 90 toward Spokane
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto North McCartney Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto North Mill Street
Navigation decision point
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 Rathdrum, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Spokane along the way.
Spokane
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Highway 41 | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| I 90 | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| North 4th Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| North McCartney Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Highway 53 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Mill Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Garden Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene, ID and Rathdrum, ID.
Start on East Garden Avenue
Turn right onto North 4th Street
Take the ramp onto I 90
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto ID 41
Turn left onto North McCartney Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
Turn right onto North Mill Street
Turn right onto ID 53
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$2.23 one way
$4.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.52 | $5.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Coeur d'Alene on Friday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Rathdrum on Friday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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