Denver to Idaho Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

445.6 miles 717.1 km · straight line
596 miles actual route 959.1 km · driving distance
11h 10min estimated drive time
$57 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
308° NW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Idaho Falls?

The distance from Denver to Idaho Falls is 445.6 miles (717.1 km) as the crow flies. Idaho Falls is located NW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 596 miles, taking about 11h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Idaho Falls in Idaho.

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 Denver 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 Denver to Idaho Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 10min $57 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 24min $48–$89* Budget
Train ~10h 37min $72–$209* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Idaho Falls

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m 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 149 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM