Idaho Falls to The Dalles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

473.5 miles 762 km · straight line
568.2 miles estimated 914.4 km · driving distance
11h 26min estimated drive time
$55 - $67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
291° WNW bearing direction

How far is Idaho Falls from The Dalles?

The distance from Idaho Falls to The Dalles is 473.5 miles (762 km) as the crow flies. The Dalles is located WNW of Idaho Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 568.2 miles, taking about 11h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Idaho Falls in Idaho and The Dalles 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 The Dalles. 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 The Dalles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 26min $55 - $67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 43min $45–$85* Budget
Train ~10h 52min $68–$199* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Idaho Falls & The Dalles

Quick Facts

Idaho Falls
43.47°N, 112.03°W
America/Boise
1434m elevation
The Dalles
45.59°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
77m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 158 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients