Origin
Osburn, ID
Afternoon in Osburn on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Osburn, ID to Twin Falls, ID
Drive Time
8h 42m
Distance
590.4 mi
950 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$94
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 35m
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6 AM
8h 43m
8 AM
8h 58m
10 AM
8h 48m
12 PM
8h 47m
3 PM
8h 49m
5 PM
8h 58m
8 PM
8h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Twin Falls, ID
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
The drive from Osburn, ID to Twin Falls, ID covers 590.4 miles and takes about 8h 42m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on I 15 South, I 86 West, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $93.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
295.2 miles from Osburn, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
At 590.4 miles and 8h 42m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are I 15 South and I 86 West.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 15 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 8h 42m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 8h 42m, 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 Osburn, ID to Twin Falls, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 15 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 86 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| ID 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 1150 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 3900 North Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Addison Avenue East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Addison Ave East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 15 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osburn, ID and Twin Falls, ID.
1
Start on North 3rd Street
0.2 mi
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21 sec
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North 3rd Street
2
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
3
Merge slight left
233 mi
·
3 hr 50 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
5
Merge slight left
244 mi
·
3 hr 49 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 86 West: Chubbuck, Twin Falls
0.6 mi
·
44 sec
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I 86 West: Chubbuck, Twin Falls
7
Continue straight
63 mi
·
59 min
8
Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
39 mi
·
36 min
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward ID 50: Kimberly, Twin Falls
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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ID 50: Kimberly, Twin Falls
10
Turn left onto South 1150 East
482 ft
·
8 sec
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South 1150 East
11
Continue on ID 50
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
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ID 50
12
Continue on South 1150 East
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
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South 1150 East
13
Turn right onto East 3900 North Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East 3900 North Road
14
Continue on Addison Avenue East
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Addison Avenue East
15
Continue on Addison Ave East
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Addison Ave East
16
Turn left onto Shoshone Street East
180 ft
·
6 sec
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Shoshone Street East
17
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 295.2 miles from Osburn, ID, or about 4h 21m into the drive.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 130 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 295.2 miles or 4h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 295.2 miles or 4h 21m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Twin Falls, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Osburn, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Osburn, ID
Aim for roughly 295 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Twin Falls, ID
Aim for roughly 295 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 130 miles from Osburn, ID.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
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 295.2 mi from Osburn, ID · 4h 21m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
195 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
390 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Whitehall, MTOvernight Options
Night 1
295 mi · about 4.4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Deer Lodge, MT after about 295 miles or 4.4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 130 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 295.2 miles from Osburn, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 295 miles or 4.4 hours on the road.
Arriving in Twin Falls, ID
The final approach into Twin Falls, 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 Twin Falls, ID.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Twin Falls, ID with some flexibility left in the schedule.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$93.56 one way
$187.11 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
207 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $98.35 | $196.69 |
| premium | $4.53 | $105.27 | $210.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $131.17 | $262.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$94
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$224–$334
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 206.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $62 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 177.1 | 2 | $61.99 | $28.34 |
| Efficient EV | 147.6 | 1 | $51.66 | $23.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 236.2 | 2 | $82.66 | $37.79 |
Gas CO2
207 kg
EV CO2
69 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Twin Falls, ID
Evening in Twin Falls on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
30°F
Whitehall, MT
390 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
8 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
8h 42m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Osburn, ID to Twin Falls, ID covers 590.4 miles and takes about 8h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 15 South, I 86 West, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 295 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 295.2 miles from Osburn, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $93.56 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 8h 42m, 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 Osburn, ID to Twin Falls, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Osburn, ID to Twin Falls, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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