Origin
Twin Falls, ID
Evening in Twin Falls on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
104.4 mi
168 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Twin Falls, ID
Mark Direen
Aberdeen, ID
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Trip Overview
The drive from Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID covers 104.4 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, I 86, State Highway 39 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.1 miles on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.54 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
52.2 miles from Twin Falls, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID covers 104.4 miles and takes about 1h 54m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 39.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,444 ft
3,733 ft
Total Climb
908 ft
Total Descent
238 ft
Highest Point
4,444 ft
~56.6 mi in
Elevation Range
711 ft
Notable High Points
4,444 ft at ~56.6 miles
+227 ft prominence
4,414 ft at ~95.7 miles
+8 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 30 / 2nd Avenue South.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID is easy. At 1h 54m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 30 / 2nd Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 86.8 miles (I 86 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90 miles (I 86 Business / Idaho Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 30 / 2nd Avenue South
Turn left onto US 30 / 2nd Avenue South
Navigation decision point
5
86.8 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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I 86 Business
Take the exit onto I 86 Business toward I 86 Business, ID 37: Rockland, American Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 86 Business, ID 37: Rockland, American...
4
90 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
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I 86 Business / Idaho Street
Turn left onto I 86 Business / Idaho Street
Navigation decision point
5
90.2 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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ID 39 / State Highway 39
At end of road, turn left onto ID 39 / State Highway 39
Navigation decision point
4
104.4 mi into trip
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~1h 54m in
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East Central Street
Turn right onto East Central Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID, road signs begin pointing toward American Falls along the way.
American Falls
86.8 mi in
|
~1h 27m
|
via I 86 Business
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 39.1 mi | 36m |
| I 86 | 36.4 mi | 34m |
| State Highway 39 | 8.4 mi | 12m |
| Kimberly Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| East 3800 North | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| South Powerline Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Frontage Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| West Highway 39 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
— 39.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Twin Falls, ID and Aberdeen, ID.
1
Start on Shoshone Street East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Shoshone Street East
2
Turn left onto US 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
3
Continue on US 30
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Kimberly Road
4
Continue on ID 50
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
East 3800 North
5
Continue on ID 50
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
ID 50
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
7
Merge onto I 84
39 mi
·
36 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I 86; US 30
36 mi
·
34 min
·
I 86; US 30
9
Take the exit onto I 86 Business
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 86 Business
Toward I 86 Business, ID 37: Rockland, American Falls
10
Turn left onto I 86 Business
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Frontage Road
11
Continue on I 86 Business
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Lincoln Street
12
Continue on I 86 Business
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Fort Hall Avenue
13
Turn left onto I 86 Business
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Idaho Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto ID 39
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 39
15
Continue on ID 39
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Highway 39
16
Continue on ID 39
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South Powerline Road
17
Turn straight onto ID 39
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
State Highway 39
18
Continue on ID 39
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Turn right onto East Central Street
116 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Central Street
20
Arrive at destination
East Central Street
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 52.2 miles from Twin Falls, ID, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.1 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 80 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.2 miles or 55m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aberdeen, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Twin Falls, 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 Twin Falls, ID
This is one driving day of about 104.4 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Twin Falls, ID.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for about 39.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.2 mi from Twin Falls, ID · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.2 miles from Twin Falls, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Aberdeen, ID
The final approach into Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen, 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
$16.54 one way
$33.09 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $17.39 | $34.78 |
| premium | $4.53 | $18.62 | $37.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.19 | $46.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.96 | $5.01 |
| Efficient EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.62 | $6.68 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Aberdeen, ID
Evening in Aberdeen on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Mostly Cloudy
NNE 6 mph
9% chance
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
2 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
1h 54m 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 Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID covers 104.4 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, I 86, State Highway 39. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.2 miles from Twin Falls, ID. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.54 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 Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID is easy. At 1h 54m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 30 / 2nd Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 86.8 miles (I 86 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90 miles (I 86 Business / Idaho Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Twin Falls, ID to Aberdeen, ID, road signs begin pointing toward American Falls along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 3,733 ft to 4,444 ft elevation with about 908 ft of total climbing. There are 2 notable high points along the way.
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