Origin
Rathdrum, ID
Night in Rathdrum on Friday
Local time
10:41 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rathdrum, ID to Chubbuck, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 57m
Distance
537.1 mi
864 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$85
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 48m
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6 AM
7h 57m
8 AM
8h 15m
10 AM
8h 3m
12 PM
8h 2m
3 PM
8h 4m
5 PM
8h 14m
8 PM
7h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rathdrum, ID
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Chubbuck, ID
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rathdrum, ID to Chubbuck, ID covers 537.1 miles and takes about 7h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 53, North Mill Street, West Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $85.11 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
268.6 miles from Rathdrum, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 57m. Total distance: 537.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 57m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Long-distance drive route profile.
Drive Character
At 537.1 miles and 7h 57m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are Highway 53 and North Mill Street.
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.
Highway 53 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 7h 57m, 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.
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 57m, 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 Rathdrum, ID to Chubbuck, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 53 | — | — |
| North Mill Street | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| North McCartney Street | — | — |
| Highway 41 | — | — |
| East Seltice Way | — | — |
| I 90 | — | — |
| I 15 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 53
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rathdrum, ID and Chubbuck, ID.
1
Start on West Highway 53
381 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Highway 53
2
Turn left onto North Mill Street
315 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Mill Street
3
Turn left onto West Main Street
305 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Main Street
4
Turn right onto North McCartney Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North McCartney Street
5
Turn right onto North Highway 41
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
North Highway 41
6
Turn left onto East Seltice Way
308 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Seltice Way
7
Turn slight left onto I 90, ID 41
374 ft
·
16 sec
·
I 90, ID 41
8
Take the ramp slight right toward I 90
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 90
9
Merge slight left
282 mi
·
4 hr 44 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 15 South: Dillon, Idaho Falls
11
Merge slight left
244 mi
·
3 hr 49 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 86 West: Chubbuck, Twin Falls
0.6 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 86 West: Chubbuck, Twin Falls
13
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 91: Chubbuck
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 91: Chubbuck
15
Keep slight right
289 ft
·
7 sec
16
Turn straight onto Yellowstone Avenue
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Yellowstone Avenue
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 268.6 miles from Rathdrum, ID, or about 3h 58m into the drive.
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 118 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 268.6 miles or 3h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chubbuck, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rathdrum, 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 Rathdrum, ID
This is one driving day of about 537.1 miles and 7h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 118 miles from Rathdrum, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 268.6 mi from Rathdrum, ID · 3h 58m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
177 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
Meal stop
354 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 118 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 268.6 miles from Rathdrum, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chubbuck, ID
The final approach into Chubbuck, 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 Chubbuck, 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
$85.11 one way
$170.22 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
188 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $89.21 | $178.43 |
| premium | $4.53 | $95.81 | $191.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $118.58 | $237.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$85
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$110–$135
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 187.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $56 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 161.1 | 1 | $56.40 | $25.78 |
| Efficient EV | 134.3 | 1 | $47.00 | $21.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 214.8 | 2 | $75.19 | $34.37 |
Gas CO2
188 kg
EV CO2
63 kg (66% 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
Chubbuck, ID
Night in Chubbuck on Friday
Local time
11:41 PM
MDT
Current temp
60°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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
15 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
7h 57m 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 Rathdrum, ID to Chubbuck, ID covers 537.1 miles and takes about 7h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 53, North Mill Street, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 268.6 miles from Rathdrum, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $85.11 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 57m, 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 Rathdrum, ID to Chubbuck, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rathdrum, ID to Chubbuck, 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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