Origin
Moscow, ID
Evening in Moscow on Saturday
Local time
7:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moscow, ID
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Juliaetta, ID
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Trip Overview
This short 28-mile drive from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID is easily accomplished in about 50 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With 88% of the journey on highways, you'll cover most of the distance on State Highway 99, State Highway 8, and Highway 3. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is a modest $4, reflecting the short distance. Both your origin and destination are within the Mountain West region, so expect consistent scenery and terrain throughout. Since there are no designated stops, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous breaks as you see fit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 99 | 11.7 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 8 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| Highway 3 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Troy Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Jackson Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 99
— 11.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moscow, ID and Juliaetta, ID.
1
Start on ID 8
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
East 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto US 95; ID 8
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Jackson Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on ID 8
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Troy Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on ID 8
10 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 8
5
Continue on ID 8
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Main Street
6
Turn right onto ID 99
12 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 99
7
At end of road, turn right onto ID 3
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
8
Continue on ID 3
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 3
9
Continue on ID 3
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
ID 3
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 24.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street
Turn left onto US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
12.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
ID 99 / State Highway 99
Turn right onto ID 99 / State Highway 99
Navigation decision point
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
ID 3 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto ID 3 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.44 one way
$8.87 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $4.65 | $9.30 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.99 | $9.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Juliaetta, ID
Evening in Juliaetta on Saturday
Local time
7:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
50m 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?
Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route will have you on paved roads for most of the 28 miles. You'll experience an 88% highway share, meaning you'll be covering ground efficiently. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 11.7 miles on State Highway 99, offering a good period of uninterrupted driving. Expect a consistent road experience as you transition between State Highway 99, State Highway 8, and Highway 3, with minimal changes in road type.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on State Highway 99.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 99 and State Highway 8. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Moscow, ID to Juliaetta, ID is easy. At 50m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (ID 99 / State Highway 99): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (ID 3 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 28 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on State Highway 99. 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: at 0.1 miles (US 95; ID 8 / South Jackson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (ID 99 / State Highway 99): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (ID 3 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Juliaetta, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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