Origin
Emmett, ID
Afternoon in Emmett on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Emmett, ID to Boise, ID
Drive Time
48m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Emmett, ID
Marta Branco
Boise, ID
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
Traveling between Emmett and Boise covers a compact 30.1-mile span that typically takes about 48 minutes to complete. Because of the short duration, this trip is ideal as a simple day outing or a quick commute between these two Mountain West hubs. You can expect to spend approximately $5 on fuel for the entire journey, making it a very budget-friendly excursion. The route primarily utilizes West State Street, ID 16, and South Johns Avenue to bridge the distance. Since the drive is so efficient, there is no need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you to enjoy maximum flexibility with your schedule. Whether you are heading into the city for business or returning to the quieter outskirts, this straightforward route keeps your travel time minimal.
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
15 miles from Emmett, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This mixed drive transitions through different road types, offering a blend of local navigation and highway travel. You will spend roughly 45% of your trip on highways, which helps maintain a steady pace as you move through the region. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a 14.9-mile stretch on West State Street, which acts as the backbone of your journey. As you progress, the road environment shifts from local lanes onto more structured highway segments, creating a balance between slower zones and faster transit. Expect a functional drive that prioritizes directness over complex technical maneuvering.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West State Street is the longest continuous segment at about 14.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 2nd Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 (East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Hayes Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (ID 16): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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East 2nd Street
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Hayes Avenue
Turn right onto South Hayes Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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ID 16
Turn left onto ID 16
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
14.7 mi into trip
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~20m in
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ID 44 / West State Street
Turn left onto ID 44 / West State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
27.3 mi into trip
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~40m in
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West State Street
Keep slight right at fork onto West State Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West State Street | 14.9 mi | 25m |
| ID 16 | 13.5 mi | 18m |
| South Johns Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North 6th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Hayes Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Front Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West State Street
— 14.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emmett, ID and Boise, ID.
1
Start on this road
48 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
177 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 2nd Street
3
Turn right onto South Hayes Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Hayes Avenue
4
Turn left onto East 4th Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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East 4th Street
5
Enter roundabout onto South Johns Avenue
9 ft
·
0 sec
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South Johns Avenue
6
Continue on South Johns Avenue
0.5 mi
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52 sec
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South Johns Avenue
7
Enter roundabout onto South Johns Avenue
48 ft
·
1 sec
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South Johns Avenue
8
Continue on South Johns Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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South Johns Avenue
9
Turn left onto ID 16
14 mi
·
18 min
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ID 16
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto ID 44
13 mi
·
19 min
·
West State Street
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto West State Street
2.4 mi
·
6 min
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West State Street
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto North 6th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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North 6th Street
13
Turn right onto US 20; US 26
263 ft
·
8 sec
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West Front Street
14
Turn right
55 ft
·
4 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 48-minute duration, you have total freedom to plan your departure time based on your personal preference rather than endurance. Since there are no mandatory stops required to complete the 30.1-mile trip, you can travel straight through without worrying about fatigue. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, though the $5 estimated cost makes it easy to manage your budget for the day. Because the route relies heavily on West State Street, check local traffic reports before you leave to ensure your transit remains efficient. Use the flexibility of this short drive to your advantage by timing your arrival to avoid peak congestion periods in the Boise area.
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 15 miles from Emmett, ID, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.9 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 30.1 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boise, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Emmett, 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 Emmett, ID
This is one driving day of about 30.1 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Emmett, 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 West State Street for about 14.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Emmett, ID · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Emmett, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boise, ID
The final approach into Boise, 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 Boise, 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
$4.77 one way
$9.54 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $5.01 | $10.03 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Boise, ID
Afternoon in Boise on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
37°F
Eagle, ID
15 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
48m 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 Emmett, ID to Boise, ID covers 30.1 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West State Street, ID 16, South Johns Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Emmett, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.77 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Hayes Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (ID 16): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Emmett, ID to Boise, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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