Origin
Star, ID
Evening in Star on Sunday
Local time
8:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Star, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID
Drive Time
7h 4m
Distance
392.3 mi
631 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 53m
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6 AM
7h 5m
8 AM
7h 27m
10 AM
7h 12m
12 PM
7h 10m
3 PM
7h 14m
5 PM
7h 26m
8 PM
6h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Star, ID
Shots by Kevin
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Ghassan Hani
Trip Overview
The drive from Star, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID covers 392.3 miles and takes about 7h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Star Boulevard, East Main Street, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $62.17 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
196.2 miles from Star, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 4m drive with frequent turns across 392.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Star Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 4m, 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 Star, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Star Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 395 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Umatilla-Stanfield Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southeast 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Theater Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Star Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Star, ID and Coeur d'Alene, ID.
1
Start on West State Street
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
West State Street
2
Continue on Star Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Star Boulevard
3
Continue on East Main Street
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
East Main Street
4
Take the ramp right
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
213 mi
·
3 hr 46 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 395 North: Stanfield, Hermiston
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 395 North: Stanfield, Hermiston
7
Continue on Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
8
Continue on South Main Street
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
9
Continue on Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
10
Turn right onto Southeast 4th Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast 4th Street
11
Turn left onto East Theater Lane
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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East Theater Lane
12
Turn right onto North 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
North 1st Street
13
Continue on Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
14
Turn left onto Columbia River Highway
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Columbia River Highway
15
Take the exit right toward I 82 West, US 395 North: Kennewick, Yakima
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 82 West, US 395 North: Kennewick, Yakima
16
Merge slight left onto McNary Highway
20 mi
·
22 min
·
McNary Highway
17
Keep slight right to continue on Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
18
Continue on South US 395
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South US 395
19
Continue on Lewis and Clark Trail
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail
20
Take the exit slight right toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley
21
Keep slight left to continue on US 395
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 395
22
Keep slight right to continue on US 395 North: Spokane
131 mi
·
2 hr 20 min
·
US 395 North: Spokane
23
Merge slight right
33 mi
·
37 min
24
Take the exit slight right toward Northwest Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Northwest Boulevard
25
Turn right onto Northwest Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Northwest Boulevard
26
Turn left onto West Garden Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Garden Avenue
27
Continue on East Garden Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Garden Avenue
28
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 196.2 miles from Star, ID, or about 3h 32m 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 86 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 196.2 miles or 3h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coeur d'Alene, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Star, 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 Star, ID
This is one driving day of about 392.3 miles and 7h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Star, 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 196.2 mi from Star, ID · 3h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
196 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 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 196.2 miles from Star, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coeur d'Alene, ID
The final approach into Coeur d'Alene, 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 Coeur d'Alene, 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
$62.17 one way
$124.33 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
137 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $65.35 | $130.69 |
| premium | $4.53 | $69.95 | $139.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $87.16 | $174.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 137.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 117.7 | 1 | $41.19 | $18.83 |
| Efficient EV | 98.1 | 1 | $34.33 | $15.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 156.9 | 1 | $54.92 | $25.11 |
Gas CO2
137 kg
EV CO2
46 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
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Evening in Coeur d'Alene on Sunday
Local time
7:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 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
7h 4m 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 Star, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID covers 392.3 miles and takes about 7h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Star Boulevard, East Main Street, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 196.2 miles from Star, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $62.17 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 4m, 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 Star, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Star, ID to Coeur d'Alene, ID does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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