Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
7.6 mi
12 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
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.
Caldwell, ID
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Middleton, ID
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If you are looking for a quick transit between Caldwell and Middleton, this 7.6-mile trip is a straightforward journey within Idaho’s Mountain West. You can easily complete the drive in about 13 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to move between these two communities. You won't need to worry about overnight lodging or complex itineraries for this short distance. Whether you are commuting or just exploring the local area, the route offers a simple, efficient connection that fits into any schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ID 44 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| South 10th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 84, US 20, US 26, US 30 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| State Highway 44 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Illinois Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Dewey Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Caldwell, ID and Middleton, ID.
Start on this road
Turn left onto I 84 Business
Turn right
Turn right
Turn right onto South 10th Avenue
Continue on North Illinois Avenue
Take the ramp onto I 84, US 20, US 26, US 30
Merge onto I 84; US 20; US 26; US 30
Take the exit
Turn right onto ID 44
Continue on State Highway 44
Continue on West Main Street
Turn left onto North Dewey Avenue
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 7.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward ID 44: Middleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto ID 44
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto North Dewey Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.20 one way
$2.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $1.26 | $2.52 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.36 | $2.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.68 | $3.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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 Caldwell on Tuesday
Local time
2:46 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Middleton on Tuesday
Local time
2:46 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 mixed driving experience as you transition between local streets and highway segments. You will spend roughly 39% of your time on highways, utilizing ID 44, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, and West Main Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a 2.6-mile segment on ID 44, which provides a brief moment of steady travel compared to the stop-and-go nature of local roads. Because the route is short, the character of the road shifts quickly from town infrastructure to highway pavement. It is a functional drive that requires your full attention as you navigate these changing road types.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
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 7.6 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 3.6 miles (ID 44): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
0 ft
Total Descent
5 ft
Highest Point
2,376 ft
Elevation Range
5 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Middleton, ID
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 06:00-17:00; Sa,Su 07:00-15:00
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Caldwell, ID
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Th 10:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-01:00; Su...
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Caldwell, ID
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Cuisine: pizza
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Cuisine: burger
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Middleton, ID
Cuisine: mexican
Hours: Mo-Sa 11:00-20:30
Monument
Near the end, right off the route
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
Caldwell, ID
Hours: Mo-Fr 10:00-15:00
Visit websiteMemorial
Near the start, right off the route
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 7.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface 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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