Calgary to Yakima: Road Trip Guide & Distance

423.8 miles 682.1 km · straight line
508.6 miles estimated 818.5 km · driving distance
10h 14min estimated drive time
CAD 82 - CAD 101 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
226° SW bearing direction

How far is Calgary from Yakima?

The distance from Calgary to Yakima is 423.8 miles (682.1 km) as the crow flies. Yakima is located SW of Calgary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 508.6 miles, taking about 10h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Calgary is in Alberta, Canada, while Yakima is in Washington, United States.

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. 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 Yakima. 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 Calgary to Yakima

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 14min CAD 82 - CAD 101 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 17min $41–$76* Budget
Train ~9h 43min $61–$178* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Calgary & Yakima

Quick Facts

Calgary
51.04°N, 114.07°W
America/Edmonton
1045m elevation
Yakima
46.60°N, 120.51°W
America/Los_Angeles
326m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 141 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients