Origin
Marsing, ID
Afternoon in Marsing on Saturday
Local time
1:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marsing, ID to Caldwell, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marsing, ID
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Caldwell, ID
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Trip Overview
Marsing, ID to Caldwell, ID is 13.9 miles and takes about 21m via Karcher Road, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Mountain West region, specifically within Idaho. Expect a local driving experience, with plenty of turns as you navigate through towns and residential areas. Given the minimal distance and time commitment, this trip is ideal for a quick errand or a simple connection between two points without much fanfare.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Karcher Road | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| South 10th Avenue | 4.2 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Karcher Road
— 4.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marsing, ID and Caldwell, ID.
1
Start on ID 55
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Main Street
2
Continue on ID 55
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Karcher Road
3
Turn left onto South 10th Avenue
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
South 10th Avenue
4
Turn right
68 ft
·
6 sec
5
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
6
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 9.7 and 13.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
9.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
South 10th Avenue
Turn left onto South 10th Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
13.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
13.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.20 one way
$4.41 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $2.31 | $4.62 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.48 | $4.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Caldwell, ID
Afternoon in Caldwell on Saturday
Local time
1:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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
21m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized by its frequent turns, making it a more engaged local experience rather than a straightforward highway cruise. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating city streets and local roads for the entire 13.9 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.8 miles along Karcher Road. As you progress, the route will feel like a typical journey through populated areas, requiring your attention to navigation and traffic signals.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.8 mi on Karcher Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in near South 10th Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Marsing, ID to Caldwell, ID is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (South 10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 13.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.8 miles on Karcher Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ID can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (South 10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Caldwell, ID before heading back.
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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