Calgary to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

441 miles 709.7 km · straight line
674.3 miles actual route 1085.2 km · driving distance
14h 2min estimated drive time
CAD 109 - CAD 135 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Calgary from Seattle?

The distance from Calgary to Seattle is 441 miles (709.7 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located WSW of Calgary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 674.3 miles, taking about 14h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Calgary is in Alberta, Canada, while Seattle is in Washington, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Calgary 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.

How to Get from Calgary to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 2min CAD 109 - CAD 135 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 50min $54–$101* Budget
Train ~13h 20min $81–$236* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Calgary & Seattle

Quick Facts

Calgary
51.04°N, 114.07°W
America/Edmonton
1045m elevation
Seattle
47.61°N, 122.33°W
America/Los_Angeles
56m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 147 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM