Boise to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boise from Seattle?

The distance from Boise to Seattle is 404.5 miles (651 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located NW of Boise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 490.9 miles, taking about 9h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Boise in Idaho and Seattle in Washington.

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. 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 Boise and Seattle. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.