Hastings, Nebraska to Idaho Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hastings, Nebraska from Idaho Falls?

The distance from Hastings, Nebraska to Idaho Falls is 727.1 miles (1170.2 km) as the crow flies. Idaho Falls is located WNW of Hastings, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 872.5 miles, taking about 17h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Both are located in United States — Hastings, Nebraska in Nebraska and Idaho Falls 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. 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. 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 Hastings, Nebraska 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.