Drive Time
7h 7m
Distance
404.8 mi
652 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
The drive from Kimberly, ID to Lewiston, ID covers 404.8 miles and takes about 7h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 3500 East, East 3800 North, ID 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $62.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
202.4 miles from Kimberly, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 7m drive with frequent turns across 404.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 3500 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 3800 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| ID 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 1150 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cole Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Cole Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Cole Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Kimberly, ID and Lewiston, ID.
Start on Main Street
Continue on North 3500 East
Turn right onto East 3800 North
Continue on ID 50
Continue on South 1150 East
Take the ramp left
Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward Cole Road, Overland Road
Keep slight left to continue on Cole Road
Turn left onto South Cole Road
Continue on North Cole Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Mountain View Drive
Turn right onto North Glenwood Street
Turn left onto West State Street
Take the ramp slight right toward SH-55
Merge slight left onto North Horseshoe Bend Road
Continue on Payette River Scenic Byway
Continue on Highway 55
Continue on Horseshoe Bend Road
Continue on Highway 55
Continue on Horseshoe Bend Road
Continue on Main Street
Turn left onto Deinhard Lane
Continue on Boydstun Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Lake Street
Turn right onto North Norris Avenue
Turn left onto Johnston Road
At the end of the road, turn left
Keep slight left to continue on Lewiston
Turn right onto Idaho Street
Turn left
Arrive at your destination
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 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 89 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 202.4 miles or 3h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewiston, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kimberly, ID
This is one driving day of about 404.8 miles and 7h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 202.4 mi from Kimberly, ID · 3h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
202 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 202.4 miles from Kimberly, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, ID.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$62.04 one way
$124.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $67.43 | $134.86 |
| premium | $4.55 | $72.50 | $144.99 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $86.25 | $172.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121.4 | 1 | $42.50 | $19.43 |
| Efficient EV | 101.2 | 1 | $35.42 | $16.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 161.9 | 2 | $56.67 | $25.91 |
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Kimberly on Saturday
Local time
10:52 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Lewiston on Saturday
Local time
9:52 AM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
40°F
Emmett, ID
202 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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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