Origin
Plummer, ID
Night in Plummer on Saturday
Local time
10:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plummer, ID to Saint Maries, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
19.1 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plummer, ID
Alex Khoury
Saint Maries, ID
Sami Aksu
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the Mountain West, the 19.1-mile connection between Plummer and Saint Maries is an ideal choice. This straightforward journey takes approximately 32 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate via State Highway 5, eventually transitioning onto Main Avenue and C Street to reach your destination. With a modest fuel cost of about $3, this route is highly efficient for those who prefer to spend less time behind the wheel and more time at their destination. Because the transit time is so brief, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay or complex logistics. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal effort.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 5 | 17.6 mi | 27m |
| Main Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| C Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Jefferson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 5
— 17.6 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plummer, ID and Saint Maries, ID.
1
Start on C Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
C Street
2
Continue on ID 5
18 mi
·
27 min
·
State Highway 5
3
Continue on ID 5
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto ID 5
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
South 4th Street
5
Turn left onto West Jefferson Avenue
207 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Jefferson Avenue
6
Arrive at destination
West Jefferson Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 19.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
19.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
West Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto West Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.03 one way
$6.05 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $3.17 | $6.35 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.41 | $6.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.22 | $8.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Saint Maries, ID
Night in Saint Maries on Saturday
Local time
10:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°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
2 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
32m 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?
Expect a focused highway experience, as 92% of this route is dedicated to state-maintained roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on State Highway 5, which accounts for a 17.6-mile stretch of the trip. This highway-focused drive feels consistent, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. As you transition off the main highway and onto Main Avenue and C Street, the character of the road shifts slightly toward a local street environment. The drive maintains a predictable pace throughout the entire 19.1-mile transit, offering a reliable experience for drivers who prefer highway travel over winding, technical backroads.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 mi on State Highway 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 5 and Main Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 19.1 miles in near West Jefferson Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Plummer, ID to Saint Maries, ID is easy. At 32m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 19.1 miles (West Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 19.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.6 miles on State Highway 5. 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 19.1 miles (West Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saint Maries, 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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