Great Falls to North Cascades: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Great Falls from North Cascades?

The distance from Great Falls to North Cascades is 468.9 miles (754.7 km) as the crow flies. North Cascades is located WNW of Great Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 562.7 miles, taking about 11h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Great Falls in Montana and North Cascades in Washington.

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. 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 North Cascades. 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.