Fresno, California to Lewiston, Idaho: Road Trip Guide & Distance

683.8 miles 1100.4 km · straight line
963.4 miles actual route 1550.4 km · driving distance
18h 10min estimated drive time
$93 - $114 estimated fuel cost
~1h 53min flight time
11° N bearing direction

How far is Fresno, California from Lewiston, Idaho?

The distance from Fresno, California to Lewiston, Idaho is 683.8 miles (1100.4 km) as the crow flies. Lewiston, Idaho is located N of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 963.4 miles, taking about 18h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Both are located in United States — Fresno, California in California and Lewiston, Idaho 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. 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 Fresno, California and Lewiston, Idaho. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fresno, California to Lewiston, Idaho

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 10min $93 - $114 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 48min $77–$145* Budget
Train ~23h 37min $116–$337* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fresno, California & Lewiston, Idaho

Quick Facts

Fresno, California
36.74°N, 119.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
94m elevation
Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 228 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 57 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM