Great Falls to Pullman: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281.4 miles 452.9 km · straight line
351.8 miles estimated 566.1 km · driving distance
7h 5min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
261° W bearing direction

How far is Great Falls from Pullman?

The distance from Great Falls to Pullman is 281.4 miles (452.9 km) as the crow flies. Pullman is located W of Great Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.8 miles, taking about 7h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Great Falls in Montana and Pullman in Washington.

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 Pullman. 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 Pullman

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 5min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 30min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 44min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Great Falls & Pullman

Quick Facts

Great Falls
47.50°N, 111.30°W
America/Denver
1015m elevation
Pullman
46.73°N, 117.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
717m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients