Origin
Lewiston, ID
Afternoon in Lewiston on Friday
Local time
1:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewiston, ID to Moscow, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
32.1 mi
52 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewiston, ID
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Moscow, ID
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lewiston, ID to Moscow, ID covers 32.1 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 95, Reisenauer Road, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.8 miles on US 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 32.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 49m highway drive covering 32.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 95 and Reisenauer Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.8 miles on US 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 95 and Reisenauer Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Idaho Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (Idaho Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (21st Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Idaho Street
Turn right onto Idaho Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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7th Avenue
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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21st Street
At end of road, turn left onto 21st Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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
Toward US 95 North, US 195 North: Moscow, Pullm...
7
30.5 mi into trip
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~45m in
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US 95 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lewiston, ID and Moscow, ID, road signs point toward Pullman, Coeur D' Alene and Spokane.
Pullman
1.9 mi in
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~4m
Coeur D' Alene
1.9 mi in
|
~4m
Spokane
1.9 mi in
|
~4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 22.8 mi | 32m |
| Reisenauer Road | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| US 12 | 1 mi | 2m |
| Idaho Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Washington Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 7th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 21st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 95
— 22.8 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ID and Moscow, ID.
1
Start on this road
105 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Idaho Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Idaho Street
3
Turn right onto 19th Street
288 ft
·
18 sec
·
19th Street
4
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
7th Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto 21st Street
339 ft
·
10 sec
·
21st Street
6
Continue on US 12
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US 95 North, US 195 North: Moscow, Pullman, Coeur d' Alene, Spokane
8
Merge onto US 95
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 95
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 95
17 mi
·
25 min
·
US 95
10
Turn left onto Reisenauer Road
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Reisenauer Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 95; ID 8
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Washington Street
Toward Potlatch, Cour d'Alene
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto ID 8
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
East 3rd Street
14
Arrive at destination
ID 8
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16 mi from Lewiston, ID · 24m 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Lewiston, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Moscow, ID
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Moscow, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.09 one way
$10.17 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $5.33 | $10.66 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.73 | $11.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 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 | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Moscow, ID
Afternoon in Moscow on Friday
Local time
1:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Genesee, ID
16 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lewiston, ID to Moscow, ID covers 32.1 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 95, Reisenauer Road, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16 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 $5.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Idaho Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (21st Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Lewiston, ID and Moscow, ID, road signs point toward Pullman, Coeur D' Alene and Spokane.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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