Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
115.8 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
The drive from Lewiston, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID covers 115.8 miles and takes about 2h 9m 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 $17.75 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
57.9 miles from Lewiston, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Expect a 2h 9m drive with frequent turns across 115.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 19th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 7th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 21st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Reisenauer Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ID and Coeur d'Alene, ID.
Start on the route
Turn right onto Idaho Street
Turn right onto 19th Street
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
At the end of the road, turn left onto 21st Street
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on US 95 North, US 195 North: Moscow, Pullman, Coeur d' Alene, Spokane
Merge slight right
Keep slight left
Turn left onto Reisenauer Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
Continue on South Washington Street
Continue straight
Take the exit right toward I 90 Business: Northwest Boulevard, I 90 Business East
Turn straight onto Northwest Boulevard
Turn left onto West Garden Avenue
Continue on East Garden Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.9 miles or 1h 4m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coeur d'Alene, ID than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, ID
This is one driving day of about 115.8 miles and 2h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.9 mi from Lewiston, ID · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 57.9 miles from Lewiston, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$17.75 one way
$35.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $19.29 | $38.58 |
| premium | $4.55 | $20.74 | $41.48 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $24.67 | $49.35 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.5 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Lewiston on Saturday
Local time
1:46 AM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Coeur d'Alene on Saturday
Local time
1:46 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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