Drive Time
7h 23m
Distance
484 mi
779 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$74
one way
Photo: Wal Saravia
The drive from Dalton Gardens, ID to Idaho Falls, ID covers 484 miles and takes about 7h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 15th Street, I 90 East, I 15 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $74.18 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
242 miles from Dalton Gardens, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 41m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 23m drive with frequent turns across 484 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 15th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 90 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Broadway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Utah Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pancheri Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 17th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Dalton Gardens, ID and Idaho Falls, ID.
Start on East Hanley Avenue
Turn right onto North 15th Street
Take the ramp slight left toward I 90 East
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business, US 20 West: Historic Downtown, Arco
Continue on West Broadway Street
Turn right onto South Utah Avenue
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Utah Avenue
Exit the roundabout onto South Utah Avenue
Turn left onto Pancheri Drive
Continue on West 17th Street
Turn right onto South Boulevard
Continue on Stonebrook Lane
Turn right onto West Stone Run Lane
Turn left onto Charleston Lane
Arrive at your 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 106 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 242 miles or 3h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Idaho Falls, ID than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Dalton Gardens, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dalton Gardens, ID
This is one driving day of about 484 miles and 7h 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 242 mi from Dalton Gardens, ID · 3h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
242 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 106 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 242 miles from Dalton Gardens, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Idaho 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 Idaho Falls, ID.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$74.18 one way
$148.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $80.62 | $161.24 |
| premium | $4.55 | $86.68 | $173.36 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $103.13 | $206.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$74
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 169.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $51 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 145.2 | 1 | $50.82 | $23.23 |
| Efficient EV | 121 | 1 | $42.35 | $19.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 193.6 | 2 | $67.76 | $30.98 |
Gas CO2
169 kg
EV CO2
57 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Dalton Gardens on Saturday
Local time
8:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Idaho Falls on Saturday
Local time
9:40 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
33°F
Missoula, MT
242 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
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.
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