Glacier to Penticton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.8 miles 429.4 km · straight line
333.6 miles estimated 536.8 km · driving distance
6h 43min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Glacier from Penticton?

The distance from Glacier to Penticton is 266.8 miles (429.4 km) as the crow flies. Penticton is located WNW of Glacier. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.6 miles, taking about 6h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Glacier is in Montana, United States, while Penticton is in British Columbia, Canada.

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 Glacier and Penticton. 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 Glacier to Penticton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 43min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 4min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 23min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Glacier & Penticton

Quick Facts

Glacier
48.76°N, 113.79°W
America/Denver
1966m elevation
Penticton
49.48°N, 119.59°W
America/Vancouver
357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients