Bismarck to Olympic: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Olympic?

The distance from Bismarck to Olympic is 1067.5 miles (1718 km) as the crow flies. Olympic is located WNW of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1281 miles, taking about 25h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 39min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Olympic in Washington.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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