Bismarck to Glacier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

617.7 miles 994.1 km · straight line
741.2 miles estimated 1192.9 km · driving distance
14h 55min estimated drive time
$71 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bismarck from Glacier?

The distance from Bismarck to Glacier is 617.7 miles (994.1 km) as the crow flies. Glacier is located WNW of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 741.2 miles, taking about 14h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Glacier in Montana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bismarck and Glacier. 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.

How to Get from Bismarck to Glacier

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 55min $71 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 54min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 24min $89–$259* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bismarck & Glacier

Quick Facts

Bismarck
46.81°N, 100.78°W
America/Chicago
514m elevation
Glacier
48.76°N, 113.79°W
America/Denver
1966m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 206 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients