Origin
Moscow, ID
Late night in Moscow on Friday
Local time
5:03 AM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moscow, ID
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Juliaetta, ID
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Trip Overview
This short 28-mile drive from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID is easily accomplished in about 50 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With 88% of the journey on highways, you'll cover most of the distance on State Highway 99, State Highway 8, and Highway 3. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is a modest $4, reflecting the short distance. Both your origin and destination are within the Mountain West region, so expect consistent scenery and terrain throughout. Since there are no designated stops, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous breaks as you see fit.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 28 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route will have you on paved roads for most of the 28 miles. You'll experience an 88% highway share, meaning you'll be covering ground efficiently. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 11.7 miles on State Highway 99, offering a good period of uninterrupted driving. Expect a consistent road experience as you transition between State Highway 99, State Highway 8, and Highway 3, with minimal changes in road type.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 99 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 99 and State Highway 8. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID is easy. At 50m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (ID 99 / State Highway 99): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (ID 3 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street
Turn left onto US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
12.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
ID 99 / State Highway 99
Turn right onto ID 99 / State Highway 99
Navigation decision point
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
ID 3 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto ID 3 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 99 | 11.7 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 8 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| Highway 3 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Troy Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Jackson Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 99
— 11.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moscow, ID and Juliaetta, ID.
1
Start on ID 8
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
East 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto US 95; ID 8
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Jackson Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on ID 8
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Troy Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on ID 8
10 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 8
5
Continue on ID 8
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Main Street
6
Turn right onto ID 99
12 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 99
7
At end of road, turn right onto ID 3
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
8
Continue on ID 3
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 3
9
Continue on ID 3
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
ID 3
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.44 one way
$8.87 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $4.65 | $9.30 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.99 | $9.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Juliaetta, ID
Late night in Juliaetta on Friday
Local time
5:03 AM
PDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
50m 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 Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID covers 28 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 99, State Highway 8, Highway 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14 miles from Moscow, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.44 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.
The drive from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID is easy. At 50m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (ID 99 / State Highway 99): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (ID 3 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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