Edmonton to Idaho Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

699.6 miles 1125.9 km · straight line
839.5 miles estimated 1351.1 km · driving distance
16h 53min estimated drive time
CAD 136 - CAD 168 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
174° S bearing direction

How far is Edmonton from Idaho Falls?

The distance from Edmonton to Idaho Falls is 699.6 miles (1125.9 km) as the crow flies. Idaho Falls is located S of Edmonton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 839.5 miles, taking about 16h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Edmonton is in Alberta, Canada, while Idaho Falls is in Idaho, United States.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edmonton and Idaho Falls. 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 Edmonton to Idaho Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 53min CAD 136 - CAD 168 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 16min $67–$126* Budget
Train ~21h 57min $101–$294* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edmonton & Idaho Falls

Quick Facts

Edmonton
53.55°N, 113.49°W
America/Edmonton
668m 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 233 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients