Origin
Meridian, ID
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9:51 PM
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Trip from Meridian, ID to Saint Maries, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 49m
Distance
345.3 mi
556 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 41m
★
6 AM
7h 50m
8 AM
8h 8m
10 AM
7h 56m
12 PM
7h 54m
3 PM
7h 57m
5 PM
8h 7m
8 PM
7h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meridian, ID
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Saint Maries, ID
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Trip Overview
The drive from Meridian, ID to Saint Maries, ID covers 345.3 miles and takes about 7h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Norris Avenue, US 95, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.4 miles on North Norris Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.72 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
172.7 miles from Meridian, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 49m. Total distance: 345.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 49m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Meridian, ID to Saint Maries, ID covers 345.3 miles and takes about 7h 49m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Norris Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 76.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near East Pine Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
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 49m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 19 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (East Pine Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.1 miles (ID 55 / North Horseshoe Bend Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 198.6 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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East Pine Avenue
Enter roundabout onto East Pine Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
9.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
ID 55 / North Horseshoe Bend Road
Turn left onto ID 55 / North Horseshoe Bend Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
198.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
|
US 95
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
Navigation decision point
5
305.6 mi into trip
|
~6h 42m in
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ID 6 / State Highway 6
At end of road, turn right onto ID 6 / State Highway 6
Navigation decision point
5
345.2 mi into trip
|
~7h 49m in
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South 3rd Street
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Norris Avenue | 76.4 mi | 1h 26m |
| US 95 | 59.9 mi | 1h 9m |
| Main Street | 47.4 mi | 1h 5m |
| Highway 3 | 20.2 mi | 29m |
| Horseshoe Bend Road | 18.9 mi | 25m |
| Highway 55 | 18.4 mi | 27m |
| State Highway 6 | 15.9 mi | 24m |
| Highway 3 South | 14.3 mi | 25m |
Longest stretch:
North Norris Avenue
— 76.4 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, ID and Saint Maries, ID.
1
Start on North Main Street
56 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto East Pine Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Pine Avenue
3
Enter roundabout onto East Pine Avenue
121 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Pine Avenue
4
Continue on East Pine Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pine Avenue
5
Turn left onto ID 55
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
North Eagle Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on ID 55
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Eagle Road
7
Turn right onto ID 44; ID 55
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
ID 44; ID 55
8
Turn left onto ID 55
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
North Horseshoe Bend Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on ID 55
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Payette River Scenic Byway
10
Continue on ID 55
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 55
11
Continue on ID 55
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Horseshoe Bend Road
12
Continue on ID 55
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Highway 55
13
Continue on ID 55
18 mi
·
25 min
·
Horseshoe Bend Road
14
Continue on ID 55
46 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Main Street
15
Turn left onto Deinhard Lane
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Deinhard Lane
16
Continue on Boydstun Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Boydstun Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto ID 55
11 mi
·
16 min
·
West Lake Street
18
Turn right onto US 95
76 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
North Norris Avenue
19
Turn left onto Johnston Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Johnston Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
60 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US 95
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
Toward US 12 East
22
Merge onto US 12
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 12
23
Turn left onto ID 3
156 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Highway 3
24
Continue on ID 3
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 3
25
Continue on ID 3
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 3
26
Continue on ID 3
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
27
Continue on ID 3
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 3
28
Continue on ID 3
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
29
Continue on ID 3
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Highway 3
30
Continue on Wyoming Street
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Wyoming Street
31
At end of road, turn left onto 2nd Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue
32
Continue on ID 8
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
State Highway 8
33
Turn right onto ID 9
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 9
34
At end of road, turn right onto ID 6
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 6
35
Continue on ID-6
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
ID-6
36
Continue on ID 6
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 6
37
Keep slight left at fork onto ID 6
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
State Highway 6
38
Turn straight onto ID 3
14 mi
·
25 min
·
Highway 3 South
39
Continue on ID 3
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
East College Avenue
40
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
359 ft
·
17 sec
·
South 3rd Street
41
Turn right onto West Jefferson Avenue
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Jefferson Avenue
42
Arrive at destination
West Jefferson Avenue
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 172.7 miles from Meridian, ID, or about 3h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.4 miles.
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 76 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.7 miles or 3h 49m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Maries, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Meridian, 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 Meridian, ID
This is one driving day of about 345.3 miles and 7h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Meridian, 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.
The longest stretch is on North Norris Avenue for about 76.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 172.7 mi from Meridian, ID · 3h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
173 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 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172.7 miles from Meridian, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North Norris Avenue if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.4 miles.
Arriving in Saint Maries, ID
The final approach into Saint Maries, 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 Saint Maries, 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
$54.72 one way
$109.44 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $57.36 | $114.71 |
| premium | $4.53 | $61.60 | $123.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.24 | $152.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.6 | 1 | $36.26 | $16.57 |
| Efficient EV | 86.3 | 0 | $30.21 | $13.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 138.1 | 1 | $48.34 | $22.10 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
40 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
Saint Maries, ID
Evening in Saint Maries on Friday
Local time
8:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
18 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
7h 49m 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 Meridian, ID to Saint Maries, ID covers 345.3 miles and takes about 7h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Norris Avenue, US 95, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 172.7 miles from Meridian, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.72 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 49m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 19 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (East Pine Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.1 miles (ID 55 / North Horseshoe Bend Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 198.6 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point.
The route from Meridian, ID to Saint Maries, 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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