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2h 37m
Distance
115.8 mi
186 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
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Lewiston, ID
cottonbro studio
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Ghassan Hani
Spanning 115.8 miles, this trek from Lewiston to Coeur d'Alene is a straightforward journey through the Mountain West that typically takes about 2 hours and 37 minutes. Because the drive is efficient and well-connected, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you do not need to worry about booking overnight accommodation. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating via US 95, South Washington Street, and Reisenauer Road, you will find a consistent pace that keeps travel time predictable. Whether you are heading north for a quick getaway or a business trip, this route offers a practical link between two of Idaho's key areas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
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 22m into the drive .
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 78% of your journey spent cruising on major roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 88.9 miles on US 95. The transition from local streets like South Washington and Reisenauer onto the main highway defines the character of the trip, shifting from urban navigation to steady, open-road driving. You can expect a reliable experience behind the wheel, as the route balances the need for speed with the reality of regional highway transit. It is a functional path that prioritizes directness over complex detours.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,459 ft
Total Descent
440 ft
Highest Point
2,832 ft
~14.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,063 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 95 and South Washington Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near 7th Avenue.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.7 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto 21st Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward US 95 North, US 195 North: Moscow, Pullman, Coeur d' Alene, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 90 Business: Northwest Boulevard, I 90 Business East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Lewiston, ID and Coeur d'Alene, ID, road signs point toward Potlatch and Cour D'alene.
Potlatch
Cour D'alene
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 88.9 mi | 1h 56m |
| South Washington Street | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| Reisenauer Road | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| US 12 | 1 mi | 2m |
| Idaho Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Garden Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ID and Coeur d'Alene, ID.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Idaho Street
Turn right onto 19th Street
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto 21st Street
Continue on US 12
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 95
Keep slight left at fork onto US 95
Turn left onto Reisenauer Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
Continue on US 95; ID 8
Continue on US 95; ID 6
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Northwest Boulevard
Turn left onto West Garden Avenue
Continue on East Garden Avenue
Arrive at destination
Planning your departure is simple thanks to the manageable duration, but keep in mind that you should budget for at least one planned stop to break up the drive. Since the majority of your time is spent on a single long stretch of US 95, monitor your fuel levels before leaving Lewiston to ensure you remain within your $18 budget. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here; because the trip is under three hours, you can easily adjust your departure time to avoid peak traffic if necessary. Always keep an eye on your odometer during that 88.9-mile highway segment to gauge your progress accurately toward Coeur d'Alene.
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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.9 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
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 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.9 mi from Lewiston, ID · 1h 22m 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.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.9 miles.
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
$18.35 one way
$36.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $19.29 | $38.58 |
| premium | $4.53 | $20.65 | $41.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.73 | $51.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$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. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.16 | $5.56 |
| Efficient EV | 29 | 0 | $10.13 | $4.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.21 | $7.41 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Evening in Lewiston on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Chance Light Rain
Destination
Evening in Coeur d'Alene on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
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
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.
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