Edmonton to Great Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Edmonton from Great Falls?

The distance from Edmonton to Great Falls is 428.6 miles (689.8 km) as the crow flies. Great Falls is located SSE of Edmonton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 514.4 miles, taking about 10h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Edmonton is in Alberta, Canada, while Great Falls is in Montana, 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Edmonton and Great Falls. 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.