Spanning 579 miles across the Mountain West, this journey from Coeur d'Alene to Filer takes approximately 10 hours and 31 minutes of pure drive time. Because of the significant distance, we strongly recommend splitting this trip into two days to keep your travel comfortable and safe. You will primarily navigate via I-90, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, and the Old Oregon Trail Highway. Budget roughly $92 for fuel to cover the trek between these two Idaho points. Whether you are moving across the state or just visiting, this long-distance drive requires realistic planning rather than a rushed pace.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
289.5 miles from Coeur d'Alene, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Old Oregon Trail Highway
215.2 mi
3h 48m
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
128.9 mi
2h 6m
I 90
90.8 mi
1h 40m
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
73.7 mi
1h 19m
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
23.7 mi
26m
Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
8.4 mi
9m
East 4100 North
6.6 mi
8m
Lewis and Clark Trail
5.7 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Old Oregon Trail Highway
— 215.2 mi, about 3h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene, ID and Filer, ID.
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Start on East Garden Avenue
139 ft·8 sec·East Garden Avenue
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Turn right onto North 4th Street
1.4 mi·3 min·North 4th Street
3
Take the ramp onto I 90
34 mi·39 min·I 90
Toward SpokaneUse the left lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
57 mi·1 hr·I 90; US 395
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
74 mi·1 hr 19 min·Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Toward Ritzville, Pasco
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Take the exit onto US 395
0.6 mi·1 min·US 395
Toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pendleton
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Merge onto I 182; US 12; US 395
1.9 mi·2 min·Lewis and Clark Trail
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
3.8 mi·5 min·Lewis and Clark Trail
Toward US 395: Kennewick, Pendleton, Columbia Basin College, Tri Cities Airport
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Continue on US 395
1.1 mi·2 min·North US 395
10
Continue on US 395
24 mi·26 min·Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
11
Take the exit onto US 395
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 395
Toward US 395 south, US 730: Umatilla, Hermiston, Irrigon
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395
171 ft·10 sec·US 395
Toward US 395 south, US 730: Umatilla, Hermiston, Irrigon
13
Turn left onto US 395; US 730
0.8 mi·57 sec·Columbia River Highway
14
Turn right onto US 395
3.8 mi·4 min·Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
15
Continue on US 395
0.5 mi·44 sec·North 1st Street
16
Turn left onto East Theater Lane
0.3 mi·40 sec·East Theater Lane
17
Turn right onto Northeast 4th Street
1.6 mi·2 min·Northeast 4th Street
18
Turn left onto US 395
3.2 mi·3 min·Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
19
Continue on US 395
2.0 mi·2 min·North Main Street
20
Continue on US 395
1.4 mi·1 min·Umatilla-Stanfield Highway
21
Take the exit onto US 395
0.5 mi·1 min·US 395
Toward US 395 North: Stanfield
22
Merge onto I 84; US 30; US 395
215 mi·3 hr 48 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 84; US 20; US 26; US 30
0.7 mi·47 sec·Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
24
Continue on I 84; US 20; US 26; US 30
22 mi·25 min·Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 30
107 mi·1 hr 41 min·Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the slight right lane.
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward ID 46: Wendell
27
Turn right onto ID 46
4.8 mi·7 min·South 1950 East
28
Continue on ID 46
4.3 mi·6 min·East 3500 South
29
Continue on ID 46
5.6 mi·8 min·North 1500 East Road
30
Turn left onto US 30
378 ft·12 sec·North 1500 East Road
31
Continue on US 30
6.6 mi·8 min·East 4100 North
32
Turn left onto East 3950 North
0.8 mi·2 min·East 3950 North
33
Turn right onto Stevens Avenue
360 ft·17 sec·Stevens Avenue
34
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi·48 sec·Main Street
35
Turn right onto Yakima Street
13 ft·0 sec·Yakima Street
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Arrive at destination
Yakima Street
Trip Plan
To manage this 579-mile journey effectively, plan for at least three dedicated stops to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the trip is quite lengthy, consider departing early in the morning to avoid fatigue and maximize daylight hours. Given the $92 fuel estimate, it is wise to monitor your gas gauge closely during the 215.2-mile stretch on the Old Oregon Trail Highway, where services may be spaced further apart. If you choose to split the drive over two days, look for a convenient halfway point to break up the monotony. Staying mindful of your fuel levels and pacing your breaks will make this long-distance transit much more manageable.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 289.5 miles from Coeur d'Alene, ID, or about 5h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 215.2 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 127 miles or 2h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 289.5 miles or 5h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 289.5 miles or 5h 23m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Filer, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coeur d'Alene, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coeur d'Alene, ID
Aim for roughly 290 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Filer, ID
Aim for roughly 290 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 127 miles from Coeur d'Alene, ID.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Old Oregon Trail Highway for about 215.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 448.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.4 mi into trip|~3m in|I 90
Take the ramp onto I 90 toward Spokane
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Spokane
6
92.2 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway toward Ritzville, Pasco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Ritzville, Pasco
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168.3 mi into trip|~3h 7m in|US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail toward US 395: Kennewick, Pendleton, Columbia Basin College, Tri Cities Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 395: Kennewick, Pendleton, Columbia B...
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197.1 mi into trip|~3h 42m in|US 395
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395 toward US 395 south, US 730: Umatilla, Hermiston, Irrigon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 395 south, US 730: Umatilla, Hermisto...
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448.8 mi into trip|~8h 14m in|I 84; US 30 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 30 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$91.75 one way
$183.50 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg203 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$96.17
$192.35
premium
$4.53
$103.29
$206.57
diesel
$5.61
$127.84
$255.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$92
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$222–$332
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 202.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $61 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
173.7
2
$60.79
$27.79
Efficient EV
144.8
1
$50.66
$23.16
EV Truck/SUV
231.6
2
$81.06
$37.06
Gas CO2
203 kg
EV CO2
68 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Evening
in Coeur d'Alene on Saturday
Local time
6:12 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 3 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Filer, ID
Evening
in Filer on Saturday
Local time
7:12 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
10h 31m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mix of driving conditions as you transition from the northern reaches of Idaho toward the southern regions. With only 16% of the route on highways, you will experience a variety of road types that keep you engaged behind the wheel. Prepare for a significant commitment during the middle portion of your trip, as your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 215.2 miles along the Old Oregon Trail Highway. This segment demands focus and steady pacing, as it represents the bulk of your time on the road. The character of the drive shifts as you move through these diverse stretches, requiring you to remain alert throughout the 10-hour duration.
16% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 215.2 mi on Old Oregon Trail Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
At 10h 31m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 579 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (I 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.2 miles (US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 168.3 miles (US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
4,016 ft417 ft
Total Climb
5,379 ft
Total Descent
3,803 ft
Highest Point
4,016 ft
~265.4 mi in
Elevation Range
3,599 ft
Notable High Points
4,016 ft at ~265.4 miles+586 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Coeur d'Alene, ID and Filer, ID, road signs point toward Ritzville, Pasco, Pendleton, Columbia Basin College, Tri Cities Airport and Hermiston - among others.
Ritzville
92.2 mi in|~1h 44m|via US 395
Pasco
92.2 mi in|~1h 44m|via US 395
Pendleton
165.9 mi in|~3h 3m|via US 395
Columbia Basin College
168.3 mi in|~3h 7m|via US 395
Tri Cities Airport
168.3 mi in|~3h 7m|via US 395
Hermiston
196.9 mi in|~3h 41m|via US 395
Irrigon
196.9 mi in|~3h 41m|via US 395
Who Is This Route For?
Solo Traveler
10h 31m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Long-haul drive route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 215.2 miles on Old Oregon Trail Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 290 miles on day one.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Filer, ID before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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: at 1.4 miles (I 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.2 miles (US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 168.3 miles (US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 10.5 hours each way, a round trip means 21.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Filer, ID before the return drive.
