Farmington, New Mexico to Pocatello: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Farmington, New Mexico from Pocatello?

The distance from Farmington, New Mexico to Pocatello is 479.9 miles (772.4 km) as the crow flies. Pocatello is located NNW of Farmington, New Mexico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 575.9 miles, taking about 11h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Farmington, New Mexico in New Mexico and Pocatello 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 Farmington, New Mexico and Pocatello. 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.