Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
30.6 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meridian, ID
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Homedale, ID
Marta Branco
If you are planning a quick excursion in the Mountain West, the 30.6-mile trek from Meridian to Homedale is an efficient way to traverse this corner of Idaho. Expect to spend about 44 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a half-day outing or a simple afternoon commute. You will navigate via East Pine Avenue, North Meridian Road, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway to reach your destination. Since the entire trip is quite short, you certainly do not need an overnight stay to complete the journey. Budgeting roughly $5 for fuel should be plenty to cover the distance, allowing you to keep your travel costs minimal. This route offers a straightforward, no-fuss connection between two local communities.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| West Karcher Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Homedale Road | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| North Meridian Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Beet Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 55 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Idaho Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| ID 55 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, ID and Homedale, ID.
Start on North Main Street
Turn right onto East Pine Avenue
Turn left onto North Meridian Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 84; US 30; ID 55
Take the exit onto ID 55
Turn right onto ID 55
Continue on ID 55
Keep slight right at fork onto ID 55
Continue on ID 55
Turn right
Turn right onto Beet Road
Turn left onto Homedale Road
Turn left onto US 95; ID 19
Turn right onto ID 19
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto East Pine Avenue
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 84; US 30; ID 55 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto ID 55 toward ID 55 South: Karcher Road, Midland Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto ID 55 / West Karcher Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.85 one way
$9.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $5.08 | $10.17 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.46 | $10.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Meridian on Tuesday
Local time
2:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Homedale on Tuesday
Local time
2:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is defined by its turn-heavy local nature rather than high-speed interstate cruising. You won't be spending any time on major highways, as the route is comprised entirely of local roads and surface streets. Because it lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, you should stay alert and ready for frequent turns as you navigate through the area. The personality of the road reflects a typical regional drive, shifting from the developed streets of Meridian toward the more rural surroundings of Homedale. You will find that the lack of highway miles keeps the pace steady but requires more active attention to your navigation than a standard freeway haul.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Pine Avenue.
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 30.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 (East Pine Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 84; US 30; ID 55 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (ID 55): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 30.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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