Origin
Potlatch, ID
Late night in Potlatch on Tuesday
Local time
3:24 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Potlatch, ID to Juliaetta, ID
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Potlatch, ID
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Juliaetta, ID
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Trip Overview
This 41.8-mile drive from Potlatch, ID to Juliaetta, ID is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about an hour. With 93% of the trip on highways, it’s designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $7, so you won't need to break the bank on gas. This route stays within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent driving experience throughout. Plan this as a quick connection between two points, with no overnight stays recommended.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 3 | 17.8 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 9 | 13.4 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 6 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 2nd Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wyoming Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| State Highway 8 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 3
— 17.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Potlatch, ID and Juliaetta, ID.
1
Start on ID 6
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
6th Street
2
Continue on ID 6
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 6
3
Turn right onto ID 9
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 9
4
At end of road, turn left onto ID 8
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
State Highway 8
5
Continue on ID 8
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Avenue
6
Turn right onto Wyoming Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Wyoming Street
7
Continue on ID 3
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Highway 3
8
Continue on ID 3
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on ID 3
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 3
10
Continue on ID 3
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
ID 3
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Potlatch, ID, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 7.9 and 22 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
ID 9 / State Highway 9
Turn right onto ID 9 / State Highway 9
Navigation decision point
5
21.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
ID 8 / State Highway 8
At end of road, turn left onto ID 8 / State Highway 8
Navigation decision point
3
22 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
Wyoming Street
Turn right onto Wyoming Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.62 one way
$13.25 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $6.94 | $13.89 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.46 | $14.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Late night in Juliaetta on Tuesday
Local time
3:24 AM
PDT
Current temp
65°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
31 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
1h 1m 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 highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of your travel time spent on main roads like Highway 3, State Highway 9, and State Highway 6. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.8 miles on Highway 3, providing a good opportunity to settle in. The road generally maintains a consistent character, allowing for steady progress toward your destination. It's not a winding, technical drive, but rather a direct connection built for efficiency.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.8 mi on Highway 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 3 and State Highway 9. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near ID 9 / State Highway 9.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Potlatch, ID to Juliaetta, ID is easy. At 1h 1m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (ID 9 / State Highway 9): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles (ID 8 / State Highway 8): Navigation decision point; at 22 miles (Wyoming Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 41.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.8 miles on Highway 3. 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 7.9 miles (ID 9 / State Highway 9): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles (ID 8 / State Highway 8): Navigation decision point; at 22 miles (Wyoming 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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