Boise to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boise from Sacramento?

The distance from Boise to Sacramento is 443.5 miles (713.7 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located SW of Boise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 553.4 miles, taking about 10h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Boise in Idaho and Sacramento in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boise and Sacramento. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.