Ellensburg to Idaho Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ellensburg from Idaho Falls?

The distance from Ellensburg to Idaho Falls is 480.3 miles (773 km) as the crow flies. Idaho Falls is located ESE of Ellensburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 576.4 miles, taking about 11h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Ellensburg in Washington 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ellensburg 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.