Fort Collins to Idaho Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

408.3 miles 657.1 km · straight line
490 miles estimated 788.5 km · driving distance
9h 51min estimated drive time
$47 - $58 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Fort Collins from Idaho Falls?

The distance from Fort Collins to Idaho Falls is 408.3 miles (657.1 km) as the crow flies. Idaho Falls is located WNW of Fort Collins. By car, the driving distance is approximately 490 miles, taking about 9h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins to Idaho Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 51min $47 - $58 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 49min $39–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 21min $59–$172* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Collins & Idaho Falls

Quick Facts

Fort Collins
40.59°N, 105.08°W
America/Denver
1525m 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 136 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients