Origin
Lewiston Orchards, ID
Morning in Lewiston Orchards on Friday
Local time
10:29 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lewiston Orchards, ID to Salmon, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 30m
Distance
337.1 mi
543 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 21m
★
6 AM
7h 31m
8 AM
7h 51m
10 AM
7h 38m
12 PM
7h 36m
3 PM
7h 39m
5 PM
7h 50m
8 PM
7h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewiston Orchards, ID
Ritvars Garoza
Salmon, ID
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lewiston Orchards, ID to Salmon, ID covers 337.1 miles and takes about 7h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bryden Avenue, Thain Road, 21st Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.42 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
168.6 miles from Lewiston Orchards, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 30m. Total distance: 337.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 30m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 30m drive with frequent turns across 337.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bryden Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lewiston Orchards, ID to Salmon, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bryden Avenue | — | — |
| Thain Road | — | — |
| 21st Street | — | — |
| US 95 South | — | — |
| US 12 East | — | — |
| Courthouse Drive | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| South Saint Charles Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bryden Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston Orchards, ID and Salmon, ID.
1
Start on the route
144 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right
62 ft
·
7 sec
3
Turn right onto Bryden Avenue
207 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bryden Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto Thain Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Thain Road
5
Continue on 21st Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
21st Street
6
Continue straight
1.0 mi
·
2 min
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 95 South: Missoula, Boise
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
US 95 South: Missoula, Boise
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 12 East
164 mi
·
3 hr 42 min
·
US 12 East
9
Continue straight
33 mi
·
39 min
10
Turn right
129 mi
·
2 hr 50 min
11
Turn left onto Courthouse Drive
489 ft
·
8 sec
·
Courthouse Drive
12
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn right onto South Saint Charles Street
207 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Saint Charles Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168.6 miles from Lewiston Orchards, ID, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
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 74 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.6 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salmon, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lewiston Orchards, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lewiston Orchards, ID
This is one driving day of about 337.1 miles and 7h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Lewiston Orchards, ID.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 168.6 mi from Lewiston Orchards, ID · 3h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 168.6 miles from Lewiston Orchards, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Salmon, ID
The final approach into Salmon, 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 Salmon, ID.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.42 one way
$106.84 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $55.99 | $111.99 |
| premium | $4.53 | $60.13 | $120.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.43 | $148.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.1 | 1 | $35.40 | $16.18 |
| Efficient EV | 84.3 | 0 | $29.50 | $13.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.8 | 1 | $47.19 | $21.57 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Salmon, ID
Morning in Salmon on Friday
Local time
11:29 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Hamilton, MT
169 mi in
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 30m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lewiston Orchards, ID to Salmon, ID covers 337.1 miles and takes about 7h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bryden Avenue, Thain Road, 21st Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 168.6 miles from Lewiston Orchards, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lewiston Orchards, ID to Salmon, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lewiston Orchards, ID to Salmon, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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