Billings to Bismarck: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Billings from Bismarck?

The distance from Billings to Bismarck is 375 miles (603.5 km) as the crow flies. Bismarck is located ENE of Billings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 450 miles, taking about 9h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Billings in Montana and Bismarck in North Dakota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Billings and Bismarck. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.