Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
20.7 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilder, ID
Marta Branco
Amsco, ID
Marta Branco
Wilder to Amsco is 20.7 miles and takes about 31 minutes via ID 19 and ID 44, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Mountain West region, specifically within Idaho. It's a straightforward trip primarily on highway routes, making it an easy and quick connection between two points. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, direct path with minimal time commitment, perfect for a day trip or as part of a larger journey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ID 19 | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Emmett Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| ID 44 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Centennial Way | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 5th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| I 84 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Goodson Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 13 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,110 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~119 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
17.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Wilder, ID and Amsco, ID.
Start on US 95
Turn left onto ID 19
Turn left onto I 84 Business
Take the ramp onto I 84 Business
Merge onto I 84; US 20; US 26; US 30
Take the exit
Turn right onto ID 44
Turn left onto Emmett Road
Enter roundabout onto Emmett Road
Continue on Emmett Road
Enter roundabout onto Emmett Road
Continue on Emmett Road
Turn right onto Goodson Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 11.4 and 17.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto I 84 Business / Centennial Way
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp onto I 84 Business
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward ID 44: Middleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto Emmett Road
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Emmett Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$3.23 one way
$6.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.17 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| premium | $4.47 | $3.65 | $7.29 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Wilder on Sunday
Local time
11:22 AM
MDT
Current temp
59°F
Clear
Destination
Morning in Amsco on Sunday
Local time
11:22 AM
MDT
Current temp
58°F
Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 65% of the journey taking place on main roads like ID 19 and ID 44. You'll experience stretches of steady driving, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 10.8 miles on ID 19. The character of the road is consistent, offering a reliable driving experience without significant changes in terrain or road type. Expect a smooth ride that allows you to maintain a good pace throughout the 31-minute travel time.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on ID 19 and Emmett Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 11.4 miles in near I 84 Business / Centennial Way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.4 miles (I 84 Business / Centennial Way): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (I 84 Business): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
206 ft
Total Descent
124 ft
Highest Point
2,512 ft
~20.7 mi in
Elevation Range
184 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 20.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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