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.
Where to Eat in Pocatello
If you’re looking for affordable options, Brick 243 (243 W Center St) and Jakers Bar and Grill - Pocatello (2365 Via Caporatti Dr) are great picks.
When to visit Pocatello
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″.
How to Get to Pocatello
Plane
When flying to Pocatello, you’ll arrive at Pocatello (PIH), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Pocatello departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 51m.
Car
Another option to get to Pocatello is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 149 miles from Pocatello. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Fox, among others, in Salt Lake City.
Bus
Pocatello’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Pocatello
Where to stay in popular areas of Pocatello
Most booked hotels in Pocatello
Renting a car in Pocatello
Renting a car in Pocatello costs $63 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Pocatello.
Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Pocatello is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.