Cheap bus tickets from Boise to Idaho Falls
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Bus from Boise to Idaho Falls: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Boise to Idaho Falls. Traveling by bus from Boise to Idaho Falls usually takes around 5 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Salt Lake Express bus can make the trip in 5 hours,
| Distance | 209 mi (337 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h |
| Cheapest price | $80.90 |
| Trips per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Salt Lake Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Boise to Idaho Falls Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Boise to Idaho Falls:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Boise to Idaho Falls?
Bus tickets for a trip from Boise to Idaho Falls cost $82.77 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Boise to Idaho Falls by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Boise to Idaho Falls in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $84 to $92. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 27, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Idaho Falls this week, bus tickets are available starting at $85.
Average bus ticket prices from Boise to Idaho Falls by month
Traveling from Boise to Idaho Falls by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $89 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 15 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $9.36 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Boise to Idaho Falls?
There are multiple buses that travel from Boise to Idaho Falls, including Salt Lake Express. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake Express | 6 | 5h 35m | $89.27 |
Book Salt Lake Express from Boise to Idaho Falls from $80.90. There are 6 trips per day offered by Salt Lake Express from Boise to Idaho Falls and you can expect on average to pay $89.27 for a Salt Lake Express ticket to Idaho Falls. In Boise, Salt Lake Express departs to Idaho Falls from Boise Airport. In Idaho Falls, Salt Lake Express arrives at Idaho Fls (SLE Office ) and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Salt Lake Express from Boise to Idaho Falls takes 5 hours and 35 minutes, while the fastest available Salt Lake Express trip will get you to Idaho Falls in 5 hours and 0 minutes.
On weekends, Salt Lake Express offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $80.90 for a weekend trip to Idaho Falls.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Boise to Idaho Falls
Bus tickets for a trip from Boise to Idaho Falls cost $82.77 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Boise to Idaho Falls every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
TRIPS PER DAY
6
DIRECT TRIPS
0
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 209 miles from Boise to Idaho Falls. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
DISTANCE (MI)
209
DISTANCE (KM)
337
The first bus leaves at 8:10am and the last bus leaves at 9:15pm. To see the times for all buses from Boise to Idaho Falls, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
8:10am
LATEST BUS
9:15pm
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Boise?
Main departure station: Boise Airport
Most buses depart from the main station in Boise.
All bus stations in Boise:
- Boise Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Idaho Falls?
Main arrival station: Shelley (Exit 113)
Buses arrive in Idaho Falls at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Idaho Falls:
- Shelley (Exit 113)
- Idaho Falls Airport
- Idaho Fls (SLE Office )
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