Flagstaff to Pocatello: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Flagstaff from Pocatello?

The distance from Flagstaff to Pocatello is 531.8 miles (855.9 km) as the crow flies. Pocatello is located N of Flagstaff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 638.2 miles, taking about 12h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Flagstaff in Arizona and Pocatello 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Flagstaff 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.