Lewiston, Idaho to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

587.2 miles 945 km · straight line
796.6 miles actual route 1282 km · driving distance
14h 58min estimated drive time
$77 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
204° SSW bearing direction

How far is Lewiston, Idaho from Sacramento?

The distance from Lewiston, Idaho to Sacramento is 587.2 miles (945 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located SSW of Lewiston, Idaho. By car, the driving distance is approximately 796.6 miles, taking about 14h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Lewiston, Idaho in Idaho and Sacramento in California.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lewiston, Idaho and Sacramento. 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 Lewiston, Idaho to Sacramento

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 58min $77 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 58min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~19h 27min $96–$279* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lewiston, Idaho & Sacramento

Quick Facts

Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m elevation
Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM