Origin
Emmett, ID
Evening in Emmett on Sunday
Local time
6:52 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Emmett, ID to Caldwell, ID
Drive Time
40m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Emmett, ID
Marta Branco
Caldwell, ID
Liliana Drew
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Emmett and Caldwell, you are in for a quick 28-mile journey that typically takes about 40 minutes. This trip sits entirely within the Mountain West region of Idaho, making it a straightforward connection between two local hubs. Given the short duration, you can easily complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel, keeping the trip very affordable. It serves as a practical, no-fuss route that is perfect for those who want to reach their destination efficiently. Whether you are running errands or heading out for a local visit, this path offers a reliable way to navigate between these two points.
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
14 miles from Emmett, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between rural and more populated areas. You will spend about 56% of your time on highways, utilizing ID 16, the Idaho Medal of Honor Highway, and West Chinden Boulevard. The road features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 15.7 miles on ID 16, providing a consistent pace before the environment shifts. Because this is a shorter drive, you won't encounter the fatigue associated with long-haul interstate travel. The route balances faster highway segments with local road transitions, requiring you to stay attentive as the road character evolves throughout the 40-minute duration.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
ID 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 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
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28 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 0.5 miles (South Johns Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Johns Avenue
Enter roundabout onto South Johns Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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.
5
16.9 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 20; US 26 / West Chinden Boulevard
Turn right onto US 20; US 26 / West Chinden Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ID 16 | 15.7 mi | 20m |
| Idaho Medal of Honor Highway | 7 mi | 9m |
| West Chinden Boulevard | 2 mi | 2m |
| Blaine Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Johns Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North 21st Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
ID 16
— 15.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emmett, ID and Caldwell, ID.
1
Start on this road
48 ft
·
5 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
177 ft
·
9 sec
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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
·
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
16 mi
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20 min
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ID 16
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto US 20; US 26
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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West Chinden Boulevard
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 20; US 26
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on US 20; US 26
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Road
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on North 21st Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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North 21st Avenue
Use the none lane.
14
Turn right onto I 84 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Blaine Street
15
Turn left onto South 10th Avenue
166 ft
·
9 sec
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South 10th Avenue
16
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
17
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 28-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the drive in one go, as there are no required stops scheduled for this route. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as the $4 estimated cost is based on current averages and can fluctuate. Because you will be navigating a mix of highways and local boulevards, ensure you are comfortable with changing road types as you approach your destination. Use the simplicity of this short drive to your advantage by planning your arrival to avoid peak traffic hours on the Idaho Medal of Honor Highway.
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 14 miles from Emmett, ID, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Caldwell, 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 28 miles and 40m.
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 ID 16 for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14 mi from Emmett, ID · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14 miles from Emmett, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Caldwell, ID
The final approach into Caldwell, 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 Caldwell, 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
$4.44 one way
$8.87 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $4.66 | $9.33 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.99 | $9.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Caldwell, ID
Evening in Caldwell on Sunday
Local time
6:52 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
40m 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 Caldwell, ID covers 28 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are ID 16, Idaho Medal of Honor Highway, West Chinden Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14 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 $4.44 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 28 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 0.5 miles (South Johns Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Emmett, ID to Caldwell, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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