Trip from Kimberly, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID

Q: How long is the trip from Kimberly, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID?

The drive from Kimberly, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID covers 631.1 miles and takes about 10h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 90, I 15 BUS, I 86. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Q: Should I split this drive into multiple days?

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 316 miles on day one.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 315.5 miles from Kimberly, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $100.01 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Q: How many breaks should I plan?

Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Drive Time

10h 19m

Distance

631.1 mi

1,016 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$100

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

10h 10m ★

6 AM

10h 20m

8 AM

10h 38m

10 AM

10h 26m

12 PM

10h 24m

3 PM

10h 27m

5 PM

10h 37m

8 PM

10h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Kimberly to Coeur d'Alene covers 631.1 miles across the state of Idaho, moving from the southern Mountain West region toward the northern reaches. Expect a total driving time of roughly 10 hours and 19 minutes, which makes this journey far too taxing for a single day behind the wheel. We strongly recommend splitting this trip over two days to stay safe and alert. You should budget approximately $100 for fuel to complete the transit. By utilizing a mix of I-86, I-15 BUS, and I-90, you will navigate the state efficiently, though the sheer length of the route demands careful logistical planning.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

315.5 miles from Kimberly, ID

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h into the drive .

Drive Character

With 92% of this route consisting of highway driving, you will spend the vast majority of your time maintaining steady speeds on major interstates. The experience is defined by long, consistent stretches, including a significant 275.7-mile segment on I-90 that requires endurance and focus. While the road is designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering, the transition between these major arteries keeps the drive moving at a reliable pace. Expect a straightforward, high-speed interstate grind that prioritizes distance over winding, secondary roads. Prepare for a focused driving experience where maintaining your momentum is the primary goal.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 275.7 miles.

Elevation Profile

High-altitude sections with notable climbs

5,697 ft 2,191 ft

Total Climb

2,064 ft

Total Descent

3,797 ft

Highest Point

5,697 ft

~341.8 mi in

Elevation Range

3,506 ft

Notable High Points

5,520 ft at ~210.4 miles +291 ft prominence

5,697 ft at ~341.8 miles +468 ft prominence

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 15 BUS. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near ID 50 / East 3800 North.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 631.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 1 miles (ID 50 / East 3800 North): Navigation decision point; at 107.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 352.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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1 mi into trip | ~1m in | ID 50 / East 3800 North

Turn right onto ID 50 / East 3800 North

Navigation decision point

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107.8 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Idaho Falls

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Idaho Falls

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352.8 mi into trip | ~5h 35m in

Take the exit toward I 90 West: Missoula

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 90 West: Missoula

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629.3 mi into trip | ~10h 16m in | East Sherman Avenue

Turn left onto East Sherman Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

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631.1 mi into trip | ~10h 19m in | East Garden Avenue

Turn right onto East Garden Avenue

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Kimberly, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Idaho Falls along the way.

Idaho Falls

107.8 mi in | ~1h 45m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	275.7 mi	4h 38m
I 15 BUS	244.5 mi	3h 49m
I 86	62.7 mi	59m
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway	39.1 mi	36m
East 3800 North	4.2 mi	5m
East Sherman Avenue	1.4 mi	2m
Main Street	0.6 mi	1m
North 3500 East	0.4 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 275.7 mi, about 4h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kimberly, ID and Coeur d'Alene, ID.

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Start on Main Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Main Street

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Continue on US 30

0.4 mi · 39 sec · North 3500 East

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Turn right onto ID 50

4.2 mi · 5 min · East 3800 North

4

Continue on ID 50

0.4 mi · 27 sec · ID 50

5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec

6

Merge onto I 84

39 mi · 36 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

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Continue on I 86; US 30

63 mi · 59 min · I 86; US 30

8

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 40 sec

Toward Idaho Falls

9

Merge onto I 15 BUS

244 mi · 3 hr 49 min · I 15 BUS

10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 West: Missoula

11

Merge onto I 90

276 mi · 4 hr 38 min · I 90

Toward I 90 West: Missoula

12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec

Toward Sherman Avenue

13

Turn left onto East Sherman Avenue

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Sherman Avenue

Use the left lane.

14

Turn right onto North 4th Street

0.3 mi · 55 sec · North 4th Street

15

Turn right onto East Garden Avenue

139 ft · 6 sec · East Garden Avenue

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Arrive at destination

East Garden Avenue

Trip Plan

To tackle this 631.1-mile trek effectively, plan for at least two intentional stops to break up the monotony of the interstate. Since the drive is best spread over two days, look for a midpoint to rest so you aren't rushing the final, lengthy stretch on I-90. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $100 estimated cost can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and local pricing along the corridor. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you reach your destination before dark. By spacing out your travel, you will manage the long hours much more comfortably.

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 drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 315.5 miles from Kimberly, ID, or about 5h into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 275.7 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 139 miles or 2h 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 315.5 miles or 5h in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 315.5 miles or 5h

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 9h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coeur d'Alene, ID than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kimberly, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Kimberly, ID

Aim for roughly 316 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Coeur d'Alene, ID

Aim for roughly 316 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 139 miles from Kimberly, ID.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 275.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 315.5 mi from Kimberly, ID · 5h into the drive

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Whitehall, MT

208 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Thompson Falls, MT

417 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

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Overnight Options

Night 1

Missoula, MT

316 mi · about 5.2h in

A practical overnight split lands near Missoula, MT after about 316 miles or 5.2 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

Idaho Falls, ID

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 139 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Whitehall, MT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 315.5 miles from Kimberly, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 275.7 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 316 miles or 5.2 hours on the road.

Arriving in Coeur d'Alene, ID

The final approach into Coeur d'Alene, 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 Coeur d'Alene, ID.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Coeur d'Alene, ID with some flexibility left in the schedule.

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$100.01 one way

$200.01 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 221 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.23	$105.13	$210.25
premium	$4.53	$112.53	$225.06
diesel	$5.64	$140.21	$280.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$100

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$230–$340

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 220.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $66 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	189.3	2	$66.27	$30.29
Efficient EV	157.8	1	$55.22	$25.24
EV Truck/SUV	252.4	3	$88.35	$40.39

Gas CO2

221 kg

EV CO2

74 kg (67% less)

Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 15 hours ago

Origin

Kimberly, ID

Afternoon in Kimberly on Sunday

Local time

4:38 PM

MDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Coeur d'Alene, ID

Afternoon in Coeur d'Alene on Sunday

Local time

3:38 PM

PDT

Current temp

43°F

Partly Cloudy

SE 3 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Along the Route

30°F

Whitehall, MT

208 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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

5 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

10h 19m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

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