Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31.2 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kuna, ID
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Emmett, ID
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If you are planning a quick excursion in the Mountain West, the 31.2-mile journey from Kuna to Emmett is a straightforward transit that takes about 47 minutes to complete. This trip is best suited as a simple day outing, as the distance is short enough that you will not need an overnight stay. Budgeting about $5 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. You will primarily navigate via Emmett Highway, South Black Cat Road, and North Ten Mile Road to reach your destination. Because both Kuna and Emmett are located within Idaho, you will remain in the same region throughout the trip. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 31.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 7% of the route consisting of highway travel, you will spend most of your time navigating local roads that require your full attention. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 13.5-mile stretch on Emmett Highway, which provides the most consistent pace of the trip. As you transition between the various local roads, the driving environment shifts frequently, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. The route is designed for those who prefer navigating regional roads over high-speed highway driving.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
261 ft
Total Descent
579 ft
Highest Point
2,786 ft
~24.7 mi in
Elevation Range
412 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 0.7 miles in near North Ten Mile Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (North Ten Mile Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (West Amity Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.2 miles (South Johns Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto North Ten Mile Road
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto West Amity Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto South Johns Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Emmett Highway | 13.5 mi | 17m |
| South Black Cat Road | 7 mi | 12m |
| North Ten Mile Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Central Valley Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| West Amity Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Chinden Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Johns Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kuna, ID and Emmett, ID.
Start on West 4th Street
Turn right onto North Ten Mile Road
Enter roundabout onto West Amity Road
Continue on West Amity Road
Turn right onto South Black Cat Road
Turn left onto US 20; US 26
Turn right onto ID 16
Continue on ID 16
Turn right onto South Johns Avenue
Enter roundabout onto South Johns Avenue
Continue on South Johns Avenue
Enter roundabout onto East 4th Street
Continue on East 4th Street
Turn right onto South Hayes Avenue
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Kuna, ID · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Emmett, 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.
Regular Gas
$4.94 one way
$9.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $5.18 | $10.36 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.57 | $11.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Late night in Kuna on Saturday
Local time
2:50 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Rain Showers Likely
Destination
Late night in Emmett on Saturday
Local time
2:50 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Rain Showers Likely
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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