Dickinson, North Dakota to Helena, Montana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dickinson, North Dakota from Helena, Montana?

The distance from Dickinson, North Dakota to Helena, Montana is 438.1 miles (705 km) as the crow flies. Helena, Montana is located W of Dickinson, North Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 525.7 miles, taking about 10h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Dickinson, North Dakota in North Dakota and Helena, Montana in Montana.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dickinson, North Dakota and Helena, Montana. 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.