Idaho Falls to Walla Walla: Road Trip Guide & Distance

357.6 miles 575.5 km · straight line
429.1 miles estimated 690.6 km · driving distance
8h 38min estimated drive time
$41 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Idaho Falls from Walla Walla?

The distance from Idaho Falls to Walla Walla is 357.6 miles (575.5 km) as the crow flies. Walla Walla is located WNW of Idaho Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 429.1 miles, taking about 8h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Idaho Falls in Idaho and Walla Walla in Washington.

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 Walla Walla. 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 Walla Walla

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 38min $41 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 22min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~8h 12min $51–$150* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Idaho Falls & Walla Walla

Quick Facts

Idaho Falls
43.47°N, 112.03°W
America/Boise
1434m elevation
Walla Walla
46.06°N, 118.34°W
America/Los_Angeles
288m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients