Cranbrook to North Cascades: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.9 miles 410.3 km · straight line
318.7 miles estimated 512.9 km · driving distance
6h 25min estimated drive time
CAD 52 - CAD 64 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
261° W bearing direction

How far is Cranbrook from North Cascades?

The distance from Cranbrook to North Cascades is 254.9 miles (410.3 km) as the crow flies. North Cascades is located W of Cranbrook. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.7 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Cranbrook is in British Columbia, Canada, while North Cascades is in Washington, 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. 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 Cranbrook and North Cascades. 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 Cranbrook to North Cascades

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 25min CAD 52 - CAD 64 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 42min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 6min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cranbrook & North Cascades

Quick Facts

Cranbrook
49.50°N, 115.77°W
America/Edmonton
949m elevation
North Cascades
48.77°N, 121.30°W
America/Los_Angeles
2804m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients