Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
39.6 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boise, ID
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Homedale, ID
Marta Branco
This 39.6-mile drive from Boise to Homedale, ID, is a quick 54-minute trip, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate using Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, West Karcher Road, and Homedale Road, with about a third of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $6, this is an economical excursion. The route stays within the Mountain West region of Idaho, offering a straightforward local drive. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's perfect for a spontaneous adventure or a focused commute.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 15.5 mi | 17m |
| West Karcher Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Homedale Road | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| Boise Connector | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Beet Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 55 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Front Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Idaho Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Boise, ID and Homedale, ID.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn right onto South 6th Street
Turn right onto US 20; US 26
Continue on US 20; US 26
Merge onto I 84; US 30
Take the exit onto ID 55
Turn right onto ID 55
Continue on ID 55
Keep slight right at fork onto ID 55
Continue on ID 55
Turn right
Turn right onto Beet Road
Turn left onto Homedale Road
Turn left onto US 95; ID 19
Turn right onto ID 19
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 39.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Boise, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 20.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto South 6th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 20; US 26 / West Front Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 84; US 30 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto ID 55 toward ID 55 South: Karcher Road, Midland Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$6.28 one way
$12.55 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.06 | $14.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.74 | $17.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Boise on Sunday
Local time
1:53 AM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Patchy Fog
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 13 at 11:34PM PDT until April 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Late night in Homedale on Sunday
Local time
1:53 AM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Patchy Fog
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 13 at 11:34PM PDT until April 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a highway share of only 3%. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 15.5 miles on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. As you transition from the highway segments to local roads like West Karcher Road and Homedale Road, the driving experience will become more focused on navigating intersections and local traffic. This isn't a high-speed journey but rather a route that requires your attention to the road and surroundings.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 20; US 26 / West Front Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
199 ft
Total Descent
666 ft
Highest Point
2,728 ft
~5.7 mi in
Elevation Range
496 ft
Boise is the capital and largest city of Idaho. Boise offers numerous recreational opportunities, including extensive hiking and biking in the foothills to the immediate north of downtown. Boise is a regional hub for jazz, theater, and indie music, and is home to several museums.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 39.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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