Great Falls to Lethbridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

167.1 miles 268.9 km · straight line
208.8 miles estimated 336.1 km · driving distance
4h 12min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Great Falls from Lethbridge?

The distance from Great Falls to Lethbridge is 167.1 miles (268.9 km) as the crow flies. Lethbridge is located NNW of Great Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 208.8 miles, taking about 4h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Great Falls is in Montana, United States, while Lethbridge is in Alberta, 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Great Falls and Lethbridge. 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 Great Falls to Lethbridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 12min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 2min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 59min $25–$73* Comfort

Quick Facts

Great Falls
47.50°N, 111.30°W
America/Denver
1015m elevation
Lethbridge
49.70°N, 112.82°W
America/Edmonton
907m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients