Idaho road trips
Best Road Trips in Idaho
20 popular Idaho drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.45/gal.
Our Idaho road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Idaho metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.45/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.45/gal Idaho regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Idaho origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Boise → Los Angeles
The headline Idaho road trip — 791 miles, about 12.8 hours of driving and roughly $97 in gas at $3.45/gal.
More top Idaho drives (19)
Denver → Boise
752 mi · ~12.1 h · ~$93 gas
Open tripFlagstaff → Boise
744 mi · ~12.0 h · ~$92 gas
Open tripBoulder → Boise
726 mi · ~11.7 h · ~$89 gas
Open tripBoise → Bakersfield
695 mi · ~11.2 h · ~$86 gas
Open tripAspen → Boise
678 mi · ~10.9 h · ~$84 gas
Open tripBoise → Monterey
673 mi · ~10.9 h · ~$83 gas
Open tripBoise → San Jose
621 mi · ~10.0 h · ~$77 gas
Open tripBoise → San Francisco
612 mi · ~9.9 h · ~$75 gas
Open tripLas Vegas → Boise
611 mi · ~9.9 h · ~$75 gas
Open tripBoise → Oakland
604 mi · ~9.7 h · ~$74 gas
Open tripBoise → Fresno
603 mi · ~9.7 h · ~$74 gas
Open tripSt. George → Boise
556 mi · ~9.0 h · ~$69 gas
Open tripBoise → Sacramento
523 mi · ~8.4 h · ~$64 gas
Open tripBoise → Portland
406 mi · ~6.5 h · ~$50 gas
Open tripBoise → Eugene
406 mi · ~6.5 h · ~$50 gas
Open tripReno → Boise
399 mi · ~6.4 h · ~$49 gas
Open tripProvo → Boise
390 mi · ~6.3 h · ~$48 gas
Open tripSalt Lake City → Boise
350 mi · ~5.6 h · ~$43 gas
Open tripBoise → Bend
302 mi · ~4.9 h · ~$37 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Idaho
Top Idaho road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.45/gal.
Cheapest Idaho road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Idaho.
Long-distance road trips from Idaho
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Idaho — Montana, Oregon, Utah.
Gas prices in Idaho
Estimated regular at $3.45/gal · premium $4.00 · diesel $3.75.
Best vehicles for Idaho drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Idaho
Daily driving cost estimates for major Idaho-area cities.
EV vs gas in Idaho
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Idaho trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Idaho road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Idaho. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Idaho road trip cost in fuel?
At Idaho's estimated $3.45/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $12.32 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Idaho EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Idaho routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.