Origin
Glenns Ferry, ID
Night in Glenns Ferry on Saturday
Local time
10:25 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glenns Ferry, ID to Twin Falls, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
58 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glenns Ferry, ID
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Twin Falls, ID
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Trip Overview
Glenns Ferry to Twin Falls is 58 miles and takes about 1 hour and 1 minute via Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway and US 93, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a quick hop within the Mountain West region, making it a very manageable same-day trip. Given its short distance and straightforward nature, it's perfect for those looking for an easy drive between two points in Idaho. You'll find the road mostly straightforward, with a few turns to keep you engaged without being overwhelming. Consider this your straightforward connector for local Idaho travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 50.8 mi | 47m |
| US 93 | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| East 1st Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 84 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Commercial Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Shoshone Street East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
— 50.8 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glenns Ferry, ID and Twin Falls, ID.
1
Start on this road
42 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto North Commercial Street
162 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Commercial Street
3
Turn left onto I 84 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1st Avenue
4
Take the ramp onto I 84 Business
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 84 Business
5
Merge onto I 84; US 26; US 30
51 mi
·
47 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 93: Twin Falls, Sun Valley
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Turn right onto US 93
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
US 93
9
Turn slight right onto Shoshone Street East
150 ft
·
2 sec
·
Shoshone Street East
10
Arrive at destination
Shoshone Street East
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Glenns Ferry, 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 52.7 — 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
|
North Commercial Street
Turn right onto North Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
I 84 Business / East 1st Avenue
Turn left onto I 84 Business / East 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
51.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 93: Twin Falls, Sun Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 93: Twin Falls, Sun Valley
4
52.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
52.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 93
Turn right onto US 93
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.19 one way
$18.38 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $9.63 | $19.27 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.35 | $20.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.81 | $25.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Twin Falls, ID
Night in Twin Falls on Saturday
Local time
10:25 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Wendell, ID
29 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
19 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
1h 1m 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 characterized by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter more frequent turns than a typical interstate experience. With only a 10% highway share, expect a more ground-level journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 50.8 miles on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a good period of steady driving before you navigate local roads. As you approach Twin Falls, the drive will transition through these more localized segments, requiring your attention to navigation.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.8 mi on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway.
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 North Commercial Street.
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 1h 1m 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 Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (I 84 Business / East 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 51.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Glenns Ferry, ID to Twin Falls, ID, road signs begin pointing toward Sun Valley along the way.
Sun Valley
51.9 mi in
|
~49m
About the Cities
Arriving in Twin Falls, ID
Full guide →Twin Falls is the largest city in South Central Idaho and the seventh-largest city in the state. The geology of the Magic Valley is also notable, considering that it once sat atop the hotspot that is under Yellowstone National Park. There are dormant shield volcanoes littered everywhere, and basalt as far as the eye can see, making this a prime spot for anyone interested in geological history. Its proximity to outdoor activities and to casino gaming in nearby Nevada give it a regional tourist flair.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 58 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.8 miles on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. 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 Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (I 84 Business / East 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 51.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Twin Falls, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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