Lewiston Orchards, ID to Kuna, ID is 289.5 miles and takes about 5h 53m via US 95, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, traversing Idaho for its entirety. Expect a drive that's mostly on surface roads, offering a more grounded perspective of the landscape compared to interstate travel. It's a solid option if you're looking for a single-day drive that doesn't feel overly rushed, allowing for a relaxed pace and a chance to see more of the local scenery.
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
144.8 miles from Lewiston Orchards, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 95
76.4 mi
1h 26m
William H. Bundy Boulevard
52.6 mi
1h
Virginia Street
46.6 mi
1h
Superior Street
44.4 mi
54m
Old Oregon Trail Highway
27.7 mi
26m
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
14.2 mi
16m
South Ten Mile Road
6.9 mi
11m
Webb Road
6 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
US 95
— 76.4 mi, about 1h 26m
Traffic on I-84
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 172 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,886 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,367
Quietest
2 AM
~175 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston Orchards, ID and Kuna, ID.
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Start on this road
145 ft·12 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right
62 ft·6 sec
3
Turn right onto Bryden Avenue
207 ft·18 sec·Bryden Avenue
4
Turn sharp left onto Thain Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Thain Road
5
Enter roundabout onto 14th Street
120 ft·3 sec·14th Street
6
Continue on 14th Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·14th Street
7
Turn slight left onto Thain Road
366 ft·6 sec·Thain Road
8
Continue on Ripon Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Ripon Avenue
9
Turn straight onto Barr Road
0.6 mi·57 sec·Barr Road
10
Continue on Tammany Creek Road
4.0 mi·6 min·Tammany Creek Road
11
Continue on Webb Road
6.0 mi·8 min·Webb Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 95
53 mi·1 hr·William H. Bundy Boulevard
13
Turn right onto Johnston Road
2.2 mi·5 min·Johnston Road
14
Turn right onto US 95
76 mi·1 hr 26 min·US 95
15
Take the exit onto US 95
47 mi·1 hr·Virginia Street
16
Turn left onto US 95
44 mi·54 min·Superior Street
17
Turn left onto US 95
2.1 mi·3 min·South Main Street
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
19
Continue on US 30
0.5 mi·47 sec·Northwest 16th Street
20
Continue on US 30
0.8 mi·1 min·East Idaho Avenue
21
Turn left
0.3 mi·37 sec
22
Merge onto I 84
28 mi·26 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
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
14 mi·16 min·Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·36 sec
Exit 42Toward Ten Mile RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Use the right lane.
27
Turn straight onto South Ten Mile Road
1.1 mi·1 min·South Ten Mile Road
28
Enter roundabout onto South Ten Mile Road
121 ft·2 sec·South Ten Mile Road
29
Continue on South Ten Mile Road
1.0 mi·1 min·South Ten Mile Road
30
Enter roundabout onto South Ten Mile Road
109 ft·2 sec·South Ten Mile Road
31
Continue on South Ten Mile Road
4.8 mi·7 min·South Ten Mile Road
32
Turn left onto West 4th Street
0.7 mi·2 min·West 4th Street
33
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 53m estimated duration, departing in the morning from Lewiston Orchards is recommended to ensure you arrive in Kuna with ample daylight. The drive features a longest stretch of 76.4 miles on US 95, so plan a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, especially before you hit the more urban sections. The fuel cost is estimated at $47, but it's always wise to check current prices. Since this is a single-day trip with just one stop suggested, you have flexibility in timing your breaks and can take advantage of any interesting sights you might discover along the way.
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 144.8 miles from Lewiston Orchards, ID, or about 2h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.4 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 64 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144.8 miles or 2h 55m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kuna, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lewiston Orchards, 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 Lewiston Orchards, ID
This is one driving day of about 289.5 miles and 5h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Lewiston Orchards, 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 US 95 for about 76.4 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 281.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Bryden Avenue
Turn right onto Bryden Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Thain Road
Turn sharp left onto Thain Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
281.4 mi into trip|~5h 39m in
Take the exit toward Ten Mile Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward Ten Mile Road
6
281.8 mi into trip|~5h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.21 one way
$100.41 round trip
$4.41/gal25.4 MPG avg101 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$52.51
$105.02
premium
$4.95
$56.42
$112.84
diesel
$5.60
$63.82
$127.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
86.9
1
$30.40
$13.90
Efficient EV
72.4
0
$25.33
$11.58
EV Truck/SUV
115.8
1
$40.53
$18.53
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 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 Sep 1, 2026
Origin
Lewiston Orchards, ID
Night
in Lewiston Orchards on Tuesday
Local time
9:33 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Cloudy
E 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued August 31 at 1:37PM MDT until September 1 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Destination
Kuna, ID
Night
in Kuna on Tuesday
Local time
10:33 PM
MDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Clear
SSE 1 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued August 31 at 1:37PM MDT until September 1 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
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
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
5h 53m 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.
Nez Perce National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Since time immemorial, the valleys, prairies, mountains, and plateaus of the inland northwest have been home to the nimíipuu (Nez Perce) people. Extremely resilient, they survived the settling of the...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 69.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With only 26% of this route on highways, you'll primarily be navigating surface roads. Your longest continuous stretch on a main road, US 95, will be 76.4 miles. Expect to encounter areas with numerous intersections and slower speeds as you transition from highway driving to William H. Bundy Boulevard and Virginia Street. This profile suggests a drive where you'll notice more local traffic and frequent changes in speed limits.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.4 mi on US 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 289.5 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (Bryden Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Thain Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 53m. Total distance: 289.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (26%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.4 miles on US 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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: Navigation decision point; near the start (Bryden Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Thain Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Yes — Nez Perce National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kuna, ID before the return drive.
