Butte to Great Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.7 miles 191.1 km · straight line
148.4 miles estimated 238.9 km · driving distance
2h 59min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Butte from Great Falls?

The distance from Butte to Great Falls is 118.7 miles (191.1 km) as the crow flies. Great Falls is located NNE of Butte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.4 miles, taking about 2h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Butte and Great Falls. 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 Butte to Great Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 59min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 35min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 50min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Butte & Great Falls

Quick Facts

Butte
46.00°N, 112.53°W
America/Denver
1688m elevation
Great Falls
47.50°N, 111.30°W
America/Denver
1015m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 209.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients