Clifton to Lewiston, Idaho: Road Trip Guide & Distance

666.4 miles 1072.4 km · straight line
799.6 miles estimated 1286.9 km · driving distance
16h 5min estimated drive time
$77 - $95 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Clifton from Lewiston, Idaho?

The distance from Clifton to Lewiston, Idaho is 666.4 miles (1072.4 km) as the crow flies. Lewiston, Idaho is located NW of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 799.6 miles, taking about 16h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Lewiston, Idaho in Idaho.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Clifton and Lewiston, Idaho. 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 Clifton to Lewiston, Idaho

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 5min $77 - $95 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 18min $64–$120* Budget
Train ~20h 55min $96–$280* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clifton & Lewiston, Idaho

Quick Facts

Clifton
39.09°N, 108.45°W
America/Denver
1440m elevation
Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 222 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients