Origin
Caldwell, ID
Late night in Caldwell on Sunday
Local time
5:32 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Caldwell, ID to Pinehurst, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
145.2 mi
234 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
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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Pinehurst, ID
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Trip Overview
This 145.2-mile journey from Caldwell, ID to Pinehurst, ID will take you about 2 hours and 55 minutes to complete, making it a feasible day trip. You'll primarily navigate East Central Boulevard, South 16th Street, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $23, this drive is budget-friendly. The route is characterized by frequent turns and local road driving, rather than highway cruising, so plan for a more engaging, less direct travel experience. Both your origin and destination are within the Mountain West region, so expect consistent scenery throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.6 miles from Caldwell, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Central Boulevard | 46.6 mi | 1h |
| South 16th Street | 35.9 mi | 44m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 28.4 mi | 27m |
| North Norris Avenue | 21 mi | 23m |
| Railroad Street | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| North Whitley Drive | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South 10th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Idaho Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Central Boulevard
— 46.6 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caldwell, ID and Pinehurst, ID.
1
Start on this road
90 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto I 84 Business
72 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cleveland Boulevard
3
Turn right
141 ft
·
12 sec
4
Turn right
150 ft
·
12 sec
5
Turn right onto South 10th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 10th Avenue
6
Continue on North Illinois Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Illinois Avenue
7
Take the ramp onto I 84, US 20, US 26, US 30
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 84, US 20, US 26, US 30
8
Merge onto I 84; US 20; US 26; US 30
28 mi
·
27 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 30 East: Fruitland, Payette
10
Turn right onto US 30
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Idaho Avenue
11
Continue on US 30
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Northwest 16th Street
12
Turn left onto US 95
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Whitley Drive
13
Turn slight right onto US 95
36 mi
·
44 min
·
South 16th Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 95
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Railroad Street
15
Take the exit onto US 95
365 ft
·
12 sec
·
Superior Street
16
Merge onto US 95
47 mi
·
1 hr
·
East Central Boulevard
17
Turn left onto US 95
21 mi
·
23 min
·
North Norris Avenue
18
Turn right
43 ft
·
6 sec
19
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this 145.2-mile drive is only about 2 hours and 55 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination or to enjoy the drive without rush hour traffic. With frequent turns, plan for a steady pace and be mindful of your navigation. The longest stretch without a turn is 46.6 miles, so you'll have opportunities for a sustained drive, but don't get complacent. A good tip for this route is to ensure your GPS is updated, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be relying on it for many directional changes.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.6 miles from Caldwell, ID, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.6 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pinehurst, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Caldwell, ID so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Caldwell, ID
This is one driving day of about 145.2 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Caldwell, ID.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on East Central Boulevard for about 46.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.6 miles from Caldwell, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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I 84 Business / Cleveland Boulevard
Turn left onto I 84 Business / Cleveland Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South 10th Avenue
Turn right onto South 10th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
29.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward US 30 East: Fruitland, Payette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 30 East: Fruitland, Payette
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.01 one way
$46.02 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $24.12 | $48.24 |
| premium | $4.53 | $25.90 | $51.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.06 | $64.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.25 | $6.97 |
| Efficient EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.33 | $9.29 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Pinehurst, ID
Late night in Pinehurst on Sunday
Local time
5:32 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the majority of this 145.2-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. You'll encounter numerous turns and local road segments, so keep your attention focused. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 46.6 miles on East Central Boulevard. This suggests a drive that moves through communities and varied terrain rather than a straight, high-speed dash. The road's personality is one of constant engagement, requiring active navigation as you transition between different local thoroughfares.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.6 mi on East Central Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 84 Business / Cleveland Boulevard.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 84 Business / Cleveland Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Caldwell, ID to Pinehurst, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Payette along the way.
Payette
29.5 mi in
|
~30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 145.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.6 miles on East Central Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ID can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 84 Business / Cleveland Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pinehurst, ID before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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