Bismarck to Missoula: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Missoula?

The distance from Bismarck to Missoula is 623.9 miles (1004.1 km) as the crow flies. Missoula is located W of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 748.7 miles, taking about 15h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Missoula 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 Missoula. 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.