Origin
Twin Falls, ID
Evening in Twin Falls on Saturday
Local time
8:46 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Twin Falls, ID to Heyburn, ID
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Twin Falls, ID
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Heyburn, ID
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition within the Mountain West, the 39.2-mile journey from Twin Falls to Heyburn is a straightforward local connection. Expect to spend about 45 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate via 2nd Avenue South, Kimberly Road, and East 3800 North rather than relying on major interstates. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, this is an incredibly economical route for your travel plans. Since both locations sit within Idaho, you will remain in a familiar regional landscape throughout the entire duration of your trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 25.5 mi | 23m |
| Kimberly Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| East 3800 North | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| 21st Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Shoshone Street East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| E 5th N | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Overland Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
— 25.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Twin Falls, ID and Heyburn, ID.
1
Start on Shoshone Street East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Shoshone Street East
2
Turn left onto US 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
3
Continue on US 30
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Kimberly Road
4
Continue on ID 50
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
East 3800 North
5
Continue on ID 50
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
ID 50
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
7
Merge onto I 84
25 mi
·
23 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
9
Turn right onto ID 27
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Overland Avenue
10
Turn left onto E 5th N
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
E 5th N
11
Continue on 21st Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
21st Street
12
Turn right onto O Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
O Street
13
Arrive at destination
O Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Twin Falls, 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
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 30 / 2nd Avenue South
Turn left onto US 30 / 2nd Avenue South
Navigation decision point
3
11.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 84 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 84 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
36.8 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
37.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
E 5th N
Turn left onto E 5th N
Navigation decision point
4
39 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
O Street
Turn right onto O Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.21 one way
$12.42 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.99 | $13.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Heyburn, ID
Evening in Heyburn on Saturday
Local time
8:46 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway share. You will be navigating surface streets and local roads for the entirety of the 45-minute trip. Because the path relies on city and rural connectors, the experience behind the wheel is centered on navigating intersections and changing road segments. While there is no long-distance highway stretch to settle into, the route remains consistent in its pace. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition between these two Idaho communities.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.5 mi on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 30 / 2nd Avenue South.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Twin Falls, ID to Heyburn, ID is easy. At 45m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 30 / 2nd Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (I 84 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 36.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Starting in Twin Falls, ID
Full guide →Twin Falls is the largest city in South Central Idaho and the seventh-largest city in the state. The geology of the Magic Valley is also notable, considering that it once sat atop the hotspot that is under Yellowstone National Park. There are dormant shield volcanoes littered everywhere, and basalt as far as the eye can see, making this a prime spot for anyone interested in geological history. Its proximity to outdoor activities and to casino gaming in nearby Nevada give it a regional tourist flair.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.5 miles on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. 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 0.7 miles (US 30 / 2nd Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (I 84 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 36.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Heyburn, 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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