Colorado Springs to Idaho Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

492.9 miles 793.2 km · straight line
664.3 miles actual route 1069.1 km · driving distance
12h 24min estimated drive time
$64 - $79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Idaho Falls?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Idaho Falls is 492.9 miles (793.2 km) as the crow flies. Idaho Falls is located NW of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 664.3 miles, taking about 12h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Idaho Falls 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 Colorado Springs and Idaho Falls. 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.

How to Get from Colorado Springs to Idaho Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 24min $64 - $79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 53min $53–$100* Budget
Train ~11h 47min $80–$233* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Idaho Falls

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
Idaho Falls
43.47°N, 112.03°W
America/Boise
1434m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 164 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM