Great Falls to Moscow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273.1 miles 439.5 km · straight line
341.4 miles estimated 549.4 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
261° W bearing direction

How far is Great Falls from Moscow?

The distance from Great Falls to Moscow is 273.1 miles (439.5 km) as the crow flies. Moscow is located W of Great Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.4 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Great Falls in Montana and Moscow 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 Moscow. 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 Moscow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Great Falls & Moscow

Quick Facts

Great Falls
47.50°N, 111.30°W
America/Denver
1015m elevation
Moscow
46.73°N, 117.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
786m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients