Origin
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Evening in Coeur d'Alene on Saturday
Local time
7:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Hayden, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
6.4 mi
10 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Ghassan Hani
Hayden, ID
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between Coeur d'Alene and Hayden, this 6.8-mile journey is the definition of convenience. Spanning just 16 minutes, the route stays entirely within the Mountain West region of Idaho, making it a simple hop rather than a multi-day expedition. You won't need to worry about complex logistics or overnight stays, as this trip is easily manageable as a quick errand or local commute. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to navigate between these two communities. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense connection for anyone needing to move across this local area efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Government Way | 6.1 mi | 12m |
| East Garden Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Government Way
— 6.1 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coeur d'Alene, ID and Hayden, ID.
1
Start on East Garden Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Garden Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Government Way
6.1 mi
·
12 min
·
North Government Way
3
Arrive at destination
North Government Way
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 0.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Government Way
Turn right onto North Government Way
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.01 one way
$2.03 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.14 | $2.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.41 | $2.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.56 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Hayden, ID
Evening in Hayden on Saturday
Local time
7:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
13m 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 that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than drifting along a monotonous interstate. Because the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire 16-minute duration navigating city-level infrastructure rather than high-speed lanes. The route relies primarily on North Government Way, which accounts for the longest stretch of your travel. Since there are 0 official stops, your progress will be steady and consistent from start to finish. You’ll find the road’s personality defined by its technical, local nature, requiring your full attention as you transition between the two Idaho towns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
3 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.1 mi on North Government Way.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near North Government Way.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Coeur d'Alene, ID to Hayden, ID is easy. At 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.3 miles (North Government Way): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
2,286 ft
2,191 ft
Total Climb
110 ft
Total Descent
15 ft
Highest Point
2,286 ft
~6.4 mi in
Elevation Range
96 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This 6.4-mile drive is an easy, quick same-day round trip, perfect for a leisurely weekend outing. You'll be back before you know it, with plenty of time left to enjoy Coeur d'Alene.
Family Friendly
At just 6.4 miles and 13 minutes, this is a super short and easy drive for families. The minimal turns make it a breeze to navigate with kids in tow.
Solo Traveler
This short 6.4-mile, 13-minute drive is comfortable for solo travelers looking for a quick errand or scenic detour. It's a low-stress way to get from Coeur d'Alene to Hayden.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
This route is ideal for first-time drivers, with a complexity rating of 1/10 and no highway driving. The 6.4-mile distance is very manageable and straightforward.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 miles on North Government Way. 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.3 miles (North Government Way): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hayden, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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