Origin
Clifton, ID
Morning in Clifton on Tuesday
Local time
7:47 AM
MDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clifton, ID to Cleveland, ID
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
35.5 mi
57 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clifton, ID
cottonbro studio
Cleveland, ID
DAVID Mercado
Trip Overview
Clifton, ID to Cleveland, ID is 35.5 miles and takes about 48 minutes via North State Highway 34, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Mountain West region, specifically within Idaho. You'll experience a highway-focused drive that's perfect for a quick transit or a relaxed afternoon excursion. Given its brevity, this route offers a flexible option for your travel plans, allowing ample time for other activities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North State Highway 34 | 16 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 36 | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| North Westside Highway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| North Main Highway | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| West 800 North | 1 mi | 1m |
| North 800 West | 1 mi | 2m |
| ID 34 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Maple Grove Road | 0.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
North State Highway 34
— 16 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clifton, ID and Cleveland, ID.
1
Start on North 1st West
60 ft
·
4 sec
·
North 1st West
2
Turn left onto North Main Highway
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Highway
3
Continue on North Westside Highway
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North Westside Highway
4
Continue on ID 36
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 36
5
Continue on ID 36
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Oneida Street
6
Turn left onto North 800 West
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 800 West
7
Turn right onto US 91
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 800 North
8
Turn sharp left onto ID 34; ID 36
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
ID 34; ID 36
9
Turn straight onto ID 34; ID 36
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 36
10
Turn straight onto ID 34
16 mi
·
18 min
·
North State Highway 34
11
Turn right onto East 13800 North
147 ft
·
7 sec
·
East 13800 North
12
Turn right onto Maple Grove Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Maple Grove Road
13
Turn right
220 ft
·
9 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from Clifton, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Highway
Turn left onto North Main Highway
Navigation decision point
4
11.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
North 800 West
Turn left onto North 800 West
Navigation decision point
4
12.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 91 / West 800 North
Turn right onto US 91 / West 800 North
Navigation decision point
4
13.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
ID 34; ID 36
Turn sharp left onto ID 34; ID 36
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
34.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
East 13800 North
Turn right onto East 13800 North
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.63 one way
$11.25 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $5.90 | $11.79 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.33 | $12.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.84 | $15.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Cleveland, ID
Morning in Cleveland on Tuesday
Local time
7:47 AM
MDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Preston, ID
18 mi in
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
1 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
48m 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?
This route is predominantly a highway drive, with 75% of the journey utilizing main roads. You'll encounter stretches of North State Highway 34, State Highway 36, and North Westside Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 16 miles on North State Highway 34. Expect a consistent driving experience that prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16 mi on North State Highway 34.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North State Highway 34 and State Highway 36. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Highway.
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 48m drive. You will face about 7 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 (North Main Highway): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles (North 800 West): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles (US 91 / West 800 North): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 35.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16 miles on North State Highway 34. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 (North Main Highway): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles (North 800 West): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles (US 91 / West 800 North): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cleveland, 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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