Butte to Lewiston, Idaho: Road Trip Guide & Distance

216.2 miles 348 km · straight line
270.3 miles estimated 435 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
279° W bearing direction

How far is Butte from Lewiston, Idaho?

The distance from Butte to Lewiston, Idaho is 216.2 miles (348 km) as the crow flies. Lewiston, Idaho is located W of Butte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270.3 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Butte in Montana and Lewiston, Idaho in Idaho.

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. 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 Butte and Lewiston, Idaho. 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 Lewiston, Idaho

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$95* Comfort

Quick Facts

Butte
46.00°N, 112.53°W
America/Denver
1688m elevation
Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients