Boise to Spokane: Road Trip Guide & Distance

285.6 miles 459.6 km · straight line
357 miles estimated 574.5 km · driving distance
7h 11min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Boise from Spokane?

The distance from Boise to Spokane is 285.6 miles (459.6 km) as the crow flies. Spokane is located NNW of Boise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357 miles, taking about 7h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Boise in Idaho and Spokane in Washington.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Spokane. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boise to Spokane

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 11min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 37min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 49min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boise & Spokane

Quick Facts

Boise
43.62°N, 116.20°W
America/Boise
824m elevation
Spokane
47.66°N, 117.43°W
America/Los_Angeles
576m elevation
Explore more routes from Spokane

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients