Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Pocatello travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pocatello

With a population of 54,255, Pocatello is a must-see destination in Idaho, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Pocatello deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Pocatello

Pocatello in December
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pocatello in December
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pocatello in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 1.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Pocatello, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Pocatello

Plane

When flying to Pocatello, you’ll arrive at Pocatello (PIH), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Pocatello departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 1h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Pocatello is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 240 km from Pocatello. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Plane

When flying to Pocatello, you’ll arrive at Pocatello (PIH), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Pocatello departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 1h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Pocatello is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 240 km from Pocatello. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Airports near Pocatello

IDAIdaho Falls Fanning Field
JACJackson Hole
PIHPocatello

Airlines serving Pocatello

Lufthansa
Good (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,554 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,657 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,899 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,459 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,910 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,292 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,545 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,091 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,046 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (669 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (459 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pocatello

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Pocatello and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pocatello.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pocatello

Most booked hotels in Pocatello

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Hampton Inn & Suites Pocatello
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 514 reviews)
$108+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pocatello
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1737 reviews)
$91+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Pocatello
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1456 reviews)
$74+
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Best Western Pocatello Inn
3 stars
Good (7.4, 834 reviews)
$100+
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Red Lion Hotel Pocatello
3 stars
Good (6.1, 1570 reviews)
$91+
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Motel 6 Pocatello, ID
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 893 reviews)
$61+
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Renting a car in Pocatello

Renting a car in Pocatello costs $92 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Pocatello.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Pocatello (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Pocatello, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Pocatello costs $92 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Pocatello.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Pocatello (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Pocatello, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Pocatello

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

Economy

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$55/day

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