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Trip from Kuna, ID to Rexburg, ID

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 17m

Distance

322.4 mi

519 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 4m ★
6 AM
5h 17m
8 AM
5h 44m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 24m
3 PM
5h 28m
5 PM
5h 43m
8 PM
5h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Kuna, ID

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city in and county seat of Madison County, Idaho, United States

Rexburg, ID

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 313.8-mile journey from Kuna, Idaho, to Rexburg, Idaho, a drive that will take approximately 4 hours and 28 minutes. This route stays within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent regional experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $50, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a single day of travel. The main roads guiding you are North Linder Avenue, North Linder Road, and East Deer Flat Road, indicating a drive primarily on local streets. Given its duration and the nature of the roads, this trip is well-suited as a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

161.2 miles from Kuna, ID

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway 176.9 mi 2h 48m
I 86 62.7 mi 59m
I 15 BUS 46.3 mi 43m
Idaho Medal of Honor Highway 15.4 mi 16m
Yellowstone Highway 7 mi 7m
North Meridian Road 6.2 mi 8m
Rigby Highway 3.1 mi 3m
West Main Street 1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway — 176.9 mi, about 2h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kuna, ID and Rexburg, ID.

1

Start on West 4th Street

0.3 mi · 39 sec · West 4th Street
2

At end of road, turn left onto North Linder Avenue

0.3 mi · 51 sec · North Linder Avenue
3

Continue on North Linder Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Linder Road
4

Turn right onto East Deer Flat Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Deer Flat Road
5

Turn left onto ID 69

6.2 mi · 8 min · North Meridian Road
6

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 84 East, US 30, ID 55: Boise Use the right lane.
7

Merge onto I 84; US 30; ID 55

4.6 mi · 5 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 30

172 mi · 2 hr 42 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9

Continue on I 86; US 30

63 mi · 59 min · I 86; US 30
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 40 sec
Toward Idaho Falls
11

Merge onto I 15 BUS

46 mi · 43 min · I 15 BUS
12

Take the exit onto US 20

0.3 mi · 35 sec · US 20
Exit 119 Toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone
13

Continue on US 20

3.1 mi · 3 min · Rigby Highway
Use the right lane.
14

Continue on US 20

15 mi · 16 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
15

Continue on US 20

7.0 mi · 7 min · Yellowstone Highway
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
17

Keep slight right at fork

301 ft · 9 sec
Toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg
18

Turn straight onto ID 33

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
19

Arrive at destination

ID 33

Trip Plan

Planning to depart from Kuna, Idaho, for Rexburg, Idaho, is straightforward given the 4-hour, 28-minute duration and manageable 313.8-mile distance. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $50, you can be quite flexible with your departure time. Consider an early morning start to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic on local roads. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, staying attentive to navigation is key; perhaps pre-loading your route on a GPS device would be beneficial to avoid missing any of the numerous turns on North Linder Avenue, North Linder Road, and East Deer Flat Road.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.2 miles from Kuna, ID, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.9 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 71 miles or 1h 13m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 161.2 miles or 2h 38m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rexburg, ID than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kuna, 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 Kuna, ID

This is one driving day of about 322.4 miles and 5h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Kuna, 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 Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for about 176.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Kimberly, ID, ID

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kimberly, ID

161 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

Mountain Home, ID

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kimberly, ID

Meal break

The midpoint is around 161.2 miles from Kuna, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 176.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cafe Sabor

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Rexburg, Idaho

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 322.4

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12086562885

Visit website

The Graze Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rexburg, Idaho

0.3 mi

Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Rexburg, Idaho

0.9 mi

Cafe Sabor

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 322.4

Rexburg, Idaho

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12086562885

Visit website

The Graze Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 322.4

Rexburg, Idaho

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19562576446

Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 322.4

Rexburg, Idaho

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12083567733

Visit website

The Paragon Cafe | Madisonhealth

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 322.4

Rexburg, Idaho

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12083563691

Visit website

Off The Rails Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 299.4

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12086074837

Visit website

North Hi-Way Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 299.4

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Hours: 5 am–3 pm

+12085226212

Visit website

Tavern At Bown Crossing

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 23

Boise, Idaho

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12083452277

Visit website

Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 138.2

Twin Falls, Idaho

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12087334033

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 138.2

Jerome, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 138.2

Twin Falls, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 299.4

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12085230603

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 138.2

Twin Falls, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 299.4

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.5 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 322.4

Rexburg, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 299.4

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 299.4

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Things To Do In Rexburg

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 322.4

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12088372097

Visit website

Twin Falls Visitor Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 138.2

Twin Falls, Idaho

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12087333974

Visit website

Eagle Rock Fountain

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 299.4

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Bodies In Motion

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 23

Boise, Idaho

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12083810587

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 321.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Linder Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto North Linder Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
8.3 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the ramp toward I 84 East, US 30, ID 55: Boise

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 84 East, US 30, ID 55: Boise
6
13.3 mi into trip | ~18m 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.
6
295.3 mi into trip | ~4h 45m in | US 20

Take the exit onto US 20 toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowstone

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 119 Toward US 20 East, I 15: Rigby, West Yellowston...
7
321.3 mi into trip | ~5h 14m in

Keep slight right at fork toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward ID 33: Salmon, Rexburg

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.09 one way

$102.18 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 113 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $53.55 $107.10
premium $4.53 $57.51 $115.02
diesel $5.61 $71.18 $142.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$51

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$76–$101

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 112.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 96.7 1 $33.85 $15.48
Efficient EV 80.6 0 $28.21 $12.90
EV Truck/SUV 129 1 $45.14 $20.63

Gas CO2

113 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Kuna, ID

Night in Kuna on Saturday

Local time

10:15 PM

MDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rexburg, ID

Night in Rexburg on Saturday

Local time

10:15 PM

MDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

44°F

Kimberly, ID

161 mi in

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

3 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

5h 17m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument

Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument

National Monument

During the Pliocene, this place looked quite different. Lush wetlands, forests, and grasslands provided excellent habitat for a variety of animals. From fascinating, now-extinct creatures like the sab...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 111.2
Caution: Use Caution with "Fossil Beds Information" Signs
Caution: If You Can't Reach Us By Phone, Please Email Us
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share. Expect a continuous engagement with the road as you navigate through local avenues and roads, rather than cruising on high-speed highways. The absence of a 'longest_stretch' value suggests frequent turns and changes in direction, keeping you actively involved behind the wheel. The progression of the route will likely involve a series of interconnected local roadways, demanding your attention throughout the entire 313.8-mile distance.

34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 176.9 mi on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near North Linder Avenue.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 322.4 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 0.3 miles (North Linder Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.3 miles (I 84; US 30 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Kuna, ID and Rexburg, ID, road signs point toward Idaho Falls and Yellowstone.

Idaho Falls

248.3 mi in | ~4h 1m

Yellowstone

295.3 mi in | ~4h 45m | via US 20

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 17m. Total distance: 322.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 176.9 miles on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Rexburg, 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 1 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 0.3 miles (North Linder Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.3 miles (I 84; US 30 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Rexburg, ID before the return drive.

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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