Drive Time
31m
Distance
14.1 mi
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
The drive from Middleton, ID to Nampa, ID covers 14.1 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Dewey Avenue, East Main Street, South Middleton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.1 miles from Middleton, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Expect a 31m drive with frequent turns across 14.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Dewey Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Middleton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Middleton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Idaho Medal of Honor Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Madison Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cherry Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northside Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Middleton, ID and Nampa, ID.
Start on the route
Turn right onto North Dewey Avenue
Turn left onto East Main Street
Turn right onto South Middleton Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Middleton Road
Exit the roundabout onto Middleton Road
Turn left onto Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
Turn right onto Madison Road
Turn right onto Cherry Lane
Turn left onto Northside Boulevard
Continue on Northside Road
Continue on Northside Boulevard
Continue on North Yale Street
Continue on 7th Street South
Turn right onto 16th Avenue South
Continue on Holly Street
Continue on East Sheridan Avenue
Continue on Fern Street
Continue on East Bird Avenue
Continue on Holly Street
Continue on Sunny Ridge Road
Turn right onto Stony Meadow Drive
Arrive at your destination
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 14.1 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.1 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nampa, ID than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Middleton, 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 Middleton, ID
This is one driving day of about 14.1 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.1 mi from Middleton, ID · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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.
The final approach into Nampa, 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 Nampa, ID.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.16 one way
$4.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $2.35 | $4.70 |
| premium | $4.55 | $2.53 | $5.05 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $3.00 | $6.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Middleton on Saturday
Local time
4:00 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Nampa on Saturday
Local time
4:00 AM
MDT
Current temp
41°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
38°F
Star, ID
7 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
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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