Great Falls to Lewiston, Idaho: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279.7 miles 450.2 km · straight line
349.7 miles estimated 562.8 km · driving distance
7h 2min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Great Falls from Lewiston, Idaho?

The distance from Great Falls to Lewiston, Idaho is 279.7 miles (450.2 km) as the crow flies. Lewiston, Idaho is located WSW of Great Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 349.7 miles, taking about 7h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Great Falls in Montana and Lewiston, Idaho in Idaho.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Great Falls and Lewiston, Idaho. 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 Lewiston, Idaho

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 2min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 26min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 41min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Great Falls & Lewiston, Idaho

Quick Facts

Great Falls
47.50°N, 111.30°W
America/Denver
1015m elevation
Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients