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2h 16m
Distance
136.6 mi
220 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
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Kimberly, ID
Marta Branco
Boise, ID
Brett Sayles
Connecting Kimberly to Boise, this 136.6-mile journey across Idaho’s Mountain West takes roughly 2 hours and 16 minutes to complete. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the region involves transitioning from East 3800 North onto the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway before finishing on South Broadway Avenue. It is a straightforward drive that serves as an efficient link between these two Idaho 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
68.3 miles from Kimberly, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route features no dedicated highway percentage, as the road composition relies on local segments and the primary memorial highway. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 126.7-mile stretch of the journey. Because the road lacks significant highway-speed stretches, you should prepare for a varied driving experience that shifts from rural local roads to more structured segments as you approach Boise. The personality of this drive is practical and functional, requiring you to navigate turns rather than settle into long, straight-line highway travel.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
926 ft
Total Descent
2,152 ft
Highest Point
3,924 ft
Elevation Range
1,334 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near ID 50 / East 3800 North.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (ID 50 / East 3800 North): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 132.8 miles (US 20; US 26 / Idaho Medal of Honor Highway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto ID 50 / East 3800 North
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 20; US 26 / Idaho Medal of Honor Highway toward US 20, US 26: Broadway Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 20; US 26 / Idaho Medal of Honor Highway toward US 20, US 26: Boise State University, City Center:Convention Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 20; US 26 / South Broadway Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 126.7 mi | 1h 58m |
| East 3800 North | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| South Broadway Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| East Front Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| ID 50 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North 3500 East | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Idaho Medal of Honor Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kimberly, ID and Boise, ID.
Start on Main Street
Continue on US 30
Turn right onto ID 50
Continue on ID 50
Continue on ID 50
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 84
Take the exit onto US 20; US 26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 20; US 26
Turn right onto US 20; US 26
Turn left onto US 20; US 26
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Since the entire trip takes just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. While there are no formal stops scheduled, the relatively short duration means you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing extended breaks. Keep in mind that because this is a turn-heavy local drive, you should stay alert to changing road conditions as you transition between local streets and the main highway. Budgeting $22 for gas is sufficient, but ensure your tank is ready for the 136.6-mile run before you leave Kimberly. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential traffic when entering 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.
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 80 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.3 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boise, ID than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Kimberly, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kimberly, ID
This is one driving day of about 136.6 miles and 2h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.3 mi from Kimberly, ID · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 68.3 miles from Kimberly, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 126.7 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$21.65 one way
$43.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $22.75 | $45.51 |
| premium | $4.53 | $24.36 | $48.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.35 | $60.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41 | 0 | $14.34 | $6.56 |
| Efficient EV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.95 | $5.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.6 | 0 | $19.12 | $8.74 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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
Afternoon in Kimberly on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Afternoon in Boise on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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