Origin
Genesee, ID
Morning in Genesee on Friday
Local time
6:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Genesee, ID to Juliaetta, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
37.3 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Genesee, ID
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Juliaetta, ID
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Trip Overview
This 37.3-mile drive from Genesee, ID to Juliaetta, ID is a quick, one-day trip that should take about 51 minutes to complete. You'll spend 96% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing US 95, State Highway 3, and US 12. With a projected fuel cost of $6, this is an economical option for a short excursion. The entire route stays within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent geographic experience. It's an ideal route for a leisurely afternoon drive or a convenient way to connect these two Idaho towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 37.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m 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
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this journey, with 96% of the drive on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.2 miles on US 95, offering a chance for steady progress. While the profile is largely highway, the inclusion of State Highway 3 and US 12 suggests potential for varied driving sensations as you transition between them. This route generally prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 95 and State Highway 3. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Chestnut Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (US 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Chestnut Street
Turn right onto East Chestnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 95
Turn left onto US 95
Navigation decision point
8
15.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 95
Keep slight left at fork onto US 95 toward Missoula, Boise
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward Missoula, Boise
4
23.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 12
Take the exit onto US 12 toward US 12 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 12 East
4
28.3 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
ID 3 / State Highway 3
Turn left onto ID 3 / State Highway 3
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Genesee, ID and Juliaetta, ID, road signs point toward Missoula and Boise.
Missoula
15.9 mi in
|
~20m
|
via US 95
Boise
15.9 mi in
|
~20m
|
via US 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 3 | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| US 12 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Highway 3 | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| East Chestnut Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Genesee-Juliaetta Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Fir Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 95
— 22.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Genesee, ID and Juliaetta, ID.
1
Start on North Fir Street
453 ft
·
21 sec
·
North Fir Street
2
Turn right onto East Chestnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chestnut Street
3
Continue on Genesee-Juliaetta Road
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Genesee-Juliaetta Road
4
Turn left onto US 95
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 95
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 95
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US 95
Toward Missoula, Boise
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto US 12
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
Toward US 12 East
7
Turn left onto ID 3
156 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Highway 3
8
Continue on ID 3
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 3
9
Continue on ID 3
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 3
10
Continue on ID 3
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
ID 3
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.6 mi from Genesee, ID · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Genesee, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Juliaetta, ID
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Juliaetta, ID if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.91 one way
$11.82 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $6.20 | $12.39 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.65 | $13.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Juliaetta, ID
Morning in Juliaetta on Friday
Local time
6:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
51m 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 Genesee, ID to Juliaetta, ID covers 37.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 95, State Highway 3, US 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.6 miles from Genesee, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.91 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 is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (US 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Genesee, ID and Juliaetta, ID, road signs point toward Missoula and Boise.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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