Origin
Payette, ID
Late night in Payette on Sunday
Local time
12:01 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Payette, ID to Lewiston Orchards, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 48m
Distance
234 mi
377 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 35m
★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Payette, ID
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Lewiston Orchards, ID
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Payette to Lewiston Orchards spans 234 miles and takes approximately 4 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. Because this journey fits comfortably into a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. You should budget about $37 for fuel to cover the trip, which primarily utilizes US 95 as your main artery. Navigating through the Mountain West, the route transitions from the Payette area toward the Lewiston Orchards region. It is a straightforward trip that works well for travelers looking to connect these two Idaho communities without an overly taxing schedule.
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
117 miles from Payette, ID
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 95.1 mi | 1h 51m |
| North Norris Avenue | 76.4 mi | 1h 26m |
| East Central Boulevard | 46.6 mi | 1h |
| Webb Road | 6 mi | 8m |
| Tammany Creek Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Johnston Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Thain Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Ripon Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 95
— 95.1 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Payette, ID and Lewiston Orchards, ID.
1
Start on 3rd Avenue North
60 ft
·
7 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
2
Turn left onto North 9th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 9th Street
3
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
4
Turn left onto US 95
43 mi
·
51 min
·
US 95
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit onto US 95
365 ft
·
12 sec
·
Superior Street
6
Merge onto US 95
47 mi
·
1 hr
·
East Central Boulevard
7
Turn left onto US 95
76 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
North Norris Avenue
8
Turn left onto Johnston Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Johnston Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
53 mi
·
1 hr
·
US 95
10
Turn left onto Webb Road
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Webb Road
11
Continue on Tammany Creek Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Tammany Creek Road
12
Continue on Tammany Creek Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Tammany Creek Road
13
Turn straight onto Barr Road
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Barr Road
14
Continue on Ripon Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ripon Avenue
15
Turn slight right onto Thain Road
366 ft
·
6 sec
·
Thain Road
16
Continue on 14th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
14th Street
17
Enter roundabout onto Thain Road
131 ft
·
3 sec
·
Thain Road
18
Continue on Thain Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Thain Road
19
Turn sharp right onto Bryden Avenue
192 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bryden Avenue
20
Turn left
62 ft
·
9 sec
21
Turn left
145 ft
·
10 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 234-mile trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the drive takes just under five hours, departing early in the morning allows you to arrive in Lewiston Orchards with plenty of daylight to spare. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $37, so checking your levels before hitting the long 95.1-mile stretch on US 95 is a smart move. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the manageable duration gives you the freedom to adjust your departure time based on traffic or personal preference. Always prioritize consistent pacing to ensure you remain alert throughout the entire duration of the trip.
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 117 miles from Payette, ID, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.1 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 51 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewiston Orchards, ID than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Payette, ID so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Payette, ID
This is one driving day of about 234 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Payette, 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 95.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117 miles from Payette, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.1 miles.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 233.9 — 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
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North 9th Street
Turn left onto North 9th Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 95
Turn left onto US 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
168.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 25m in
|
US 95
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
Navigation decision point
5
232.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 45m in
|
Thain Road
Enter roundabout onto Thain Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
233.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 47m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.08 one way
$74.16 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $38.87 | $77.74 |
| premium | $4.53 | $41.74 | $83.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.66 | $103.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.57 | $11.23 |
| Efficient EV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.47 | $9.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.6 | 1 | $32.76 | $14.98 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lewiston Orchards, ID
Night in Lewiston Orchards on Saturday
Local time
11:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 48m 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...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 169.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience that keeps you attentive behind the wheel. US 95 serves as the backbone of your journey, accounting for a significant portion of your time on the road. You will encounter a highway share of 41%, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 95.1 miles on US 95. As you progress, the road conditions shift, eventually transitioning into local navigation via North Norris Avenue and East Central Boulevard. This variety prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, offering a balanced mix of highway travel and localized road segments.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 95.1 mi on US 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 9th 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 4h 48m drive. You will face about 13 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 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 168.6 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 48m. Total distance: 234 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 95.1 miles on US 95. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 168.6 miles (US 95): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Nez Perce National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Lewiston Orchards, ID, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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