Idaho Falls to Pendleton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

365.6 miles 588.3 km · straight line
438.7 miles estimated 706 km · driving distance
8h 50min estimated drive time
$42 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 14min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Idaho Falls from Pendleton?

The distance from Idaho Falls to Pendleton is 365.6 miles (588.3 km) as the crow flies. Pendleton is located WNW of Idaho Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 438.7 miles, taking about 8h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Idaho Falls in Idaho and Pendleton in Oregon.

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 Idaho Falls and Pendleton. 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 Idaho Falls to Pendleton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 50min $42 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 36min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~8h 24min $53–$154* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Idaho Falls & Pendleton

Quick Facts

Idaho Falls
43.47°N, 112.03°W
America/Boise
1434m elevation
Pendleton
45.67°N, 118.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
325m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 122 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 68.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients