Origin
Whitney, ID
Late night in Whitney on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
MDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Whitney, ID to Dayton, 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
14m
Distance
9.9 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitney, ID
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Dayton, ID
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Trip Overview
This quick 9.9-mile drive from Whitney to Dayton, Idaho, will only take about 14 minutes, making it a perfect addition to any day trip in the Mountain West. You'll primarily be on State Highway 36 and US 91, with a small portion on West Oneida Street. Given its short distance and minimal duration, this route is best tackled in a single day. The estimated fuel cost is a low $2, so you won't need to budget much for gas. This straightforward drive is ideal for travelers looking for an easy transit between two points within the same region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 36 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| US 91 | 3 mi | 4m |
| West Oneida Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Westside Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South 1600 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 36
— 5.3 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitney, ID and Dayton, ID.
1
Start on South 1600 East
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 1600 East
2
Turn left onto US 91
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 91
3
Turn left onto ID 36
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Oneida Street
4
Continue on ID 36
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 36
5
Continue on North Westside Highway
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Westside Highway
6
Arrive at destination
North Westside Highway
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 91
Turn left onto US 91
Navigation decision point
4
3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
ID 36 / West Oneida Street
Turn left onto ID 36 / West Oneida Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.57 one way
$3.14 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $1.64 | $3.29 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.77 | $3.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Dayton, ID
Late night in Dayton on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
MDT
Current temp
58°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
1 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
14m 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 for most of this journey, with 85% of the drive utilizing main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.3 miles on State Highway 36, offering a consistent pace. While the primary roads are well-maintained, the overall character leans towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. You'll experience a fairly uniform driving environment for the duration of this short trip.
85% 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: 5.3 mi on State Highway 36.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 36 and US 91. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 91.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Whitney, ID to Dayton, ID is easy. At 14m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 91): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (ID 36 / West Oneida Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,823 ft
4,472 ft
Total Climb
473 ft
Total Descent
253 ft
Highest Point
4,823 ft
~9.9 mi in
Elevation Range
351 ft
Notable High Points
4,725 ft at ~4.2 miles
+8 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 9.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.3 miles on State Highway 36. 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: near the start (US 91): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (ID 36 / West Oneida Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dayton, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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