The drive from Pocatello, ID to Fremont County, ID covers 116.6 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, Idaho Medal of Honor Highway, Yellowstone Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.48 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.
Midpoint
58.3 miles from Pocatello, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 116.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 16m drive with frequent turns across 116.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 48.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 early in the drive near East Wyeth Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pocatello, ID to Fremont County, ID is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Wyeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North 10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (East Center Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Wyeth Street
Turn left onto East Wyeth Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|North 10th Avenue
Turn right onto North 10th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|East Center Street
Turn left onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
50.8 mi into trip|~51m in|US 20
Take the exit onto US 20 toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 119
Toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowston...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pocatello, ID to Fremont County, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Yellowstone along the way.
Yellowstone
50.8 mi in|~51m|via US 20
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
48.9 mi
46m
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
40.9 mi
45m
Yellowstone Highway
17.2 mi
18m
South Antelope Flat Road
4.3 mi
16m
Rigby Highway
3.1 mi
3m
East Center Street
0.9 mi
2m
North 10th Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
US 20
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 48.9 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocatello, ID and Fremont County, ID.
1
Start on North 7th Avenue
229 ft·15 sec·North 7th Avenue
2
Turn left onto East Wyeth Street
0.2 mi·49 sec·East Wyeth Street
3
Turn right onto North 10th Avenue
0.3 mi·45 sec·North 10th Avenue
4
Turn left onto East Center Street
0.9 mi·2 min·East Center Street
5
Turn left
0.5 mi·36 sec
6
Merge onto I 15
49 mi·46 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit onto US 20
0.3 mi·35 sec·US 20
Exit 119Toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone
8
Continue on US 20
3.1 mi·3 min·Rigby Highway
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on US 20
15 mi·16 min·Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
10
Continue on US 20
17 mi·18 min·Yellowstone Highway
11
Continue on US 20
25 mi·28 min·Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
12
Turn left onto South Antelope Flat Road
4.3 mi·16 min·South Antelope Flat Road
13
Arrive at destination
South Antelope Flat Road
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.3 miles from Pocatello, ID, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.9 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 26 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.3 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fremont County, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pocatello, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pocatello, ID
This is one driving day of about 116.6 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Pocatello, ID.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 48.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.3 mi from Pocatello, ID
· 1h into the drive
The midpoint is around 58.3 miles from Pocatello, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fremont County, ID
The final approach into Fremont County, 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 Fremont County, ID.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.48 one way
$36.95 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$19.37
$38.74
premium
$4.53
$20.80
$41.60
diesel
$5.61
$25.74
$51.49
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
21 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Red E Charging Station
Blackfoot, Idaho
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Blackfoot, Idaho
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Idaho Falls, Idaho
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Enel X Way Charging Station
Ashton, Idaho
Other
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Other
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Chubbuck, Idaho
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Blink: 7
Other: 4
ChargePoint: 3
Tesla: 2
Electrify America: 2
Tesla Destination: 1
InCharge: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35
0
$12.24
$5.60
Efficient EV
29.2
0
$10.20
$4.66
EV Truck/SUV
46.6
0
$16.32
$7.46
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Pocatello, ID
Morning
in Pocatello on Saturday
Local time
6:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
32°F
Partly Cloudy
SW 7 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Fremont County, ID
Morning
in Fremont County on Saturday
Local time
6:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
59°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pocatello, ID to Fremont County, ID covers 116.6 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Idaho Medal of Honor Highway, Yellowstone Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.3 miles from Pocatello, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.48 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 Pocatello, ID to Fremont County, ID is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Wyeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North 10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (East Center Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Pocatello, ID to Fremont County, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Yellowstone along the way.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
