Driving from Portland to Boise
Boise lies 555 km (345 mi) east of Portland, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 31 min without stops, over roughly 677 km (421 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Portland | Boise | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 652,503 | 235,684 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 834 m (2,736 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-6 (America/Boise) |
| Postal codes | 97201–97298 | 83701–83799 |
Clocks in Boise are 1 h ahead of Portland right now, so a 7 h 31 min journey lands 8 h 31 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book car hire from Portland to Boise
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Staying in Boise
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Common questions
How far is Boise from Portland?
555 km (345 mi) in a straight line, east of Portland; by road roughly 677 km (421 mi).
How long does it take to get from Portland to Boise by car?
About 7 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Portland and Boise?
Boise is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Boise against America/Los_Angeles).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.