Trip from Lewiston, ID to Boise, ID

Drive Time

5h 15m

Distance

267.7 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Lewiston, ID to Boise, ID covers 267.7 miles and takes about 5h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Idaho Street, 19th Street, 7th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.03 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

1 planned break

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

Midpoint

133.9 miles from Lewiston, ID

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 15m drive with frequent turns across 267.7 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Idaho Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Idaho Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
19th Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
7th Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
21st Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
US 95 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
Johnston Road	Unavailable	Refreshing
Boydstun Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
East Deinhard Lane	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Idaho Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Step-by-Step Directions

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Start on the route

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Turn right onto Idaho Street

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Turn right onto 19th Street

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Turn left onto 7th Avenue

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At the end of the road, turn left onto 21st Street

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Continue straight

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Keep slight right to continue on US 95 South: Missoula, Boise

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Continue straight

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Turn right onto Johnston Road

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Turn right

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Turn left

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Turn right onto Boydstun Street

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Continue on East Deinhard Lane

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Turn right onto South 3rd Street

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Continue on ID 55

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Continue on Highway 55

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Continue on Horseshoe Bend Road

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Continue on ID 55

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Continue on Horseshoe Bend Road

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Continue on Highway 55

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Continue on Payette River Scenic Byway

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Continue on North Horseshoe Bend Road

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Turn left onto East State Street

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Keep slight right to continue on West State Street

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Turn right onto North 6th Street

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Turn right onto West Front Street

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Turn right

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Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 133.9 miles from Lewiston, ID, or about 2h 37m into the drive.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

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 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 133.9 miles or 2h 37m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boise, ID than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lewiston, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lewiston, ID

This is one driving day of about 267.7 miles and 5h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lewiston, ID.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Emmett, ID

134 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.

Popular next leg

Emmett, ID to Boise, ID

31.3 mi · 48m

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

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.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 133.9 mi from Lewiston, ID

Kamiah, ID

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Emmett, ID

Meal break

The midpoint is around 133.9 miles from Lewiston, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.89	$41.03	$82.06
midgrade	$4.23	$44.59	$89.18
premium	$4.55	$47.94	$95.89
diesel	$5.41	$57.04	$114.08

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 93.7 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Lewiston, ID to Boise, ID covers 267.7 miles and takes about 5h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Idaho Street, 19th Street, 7th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 133.9 miles from Lewiston, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.03 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.