Great Falls to Sandpoint: Road Trip Guide & Distance

249.2 miles 401 km · straight line
311.5 miles estimated 501.3 km · driving distance
6h 16min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Great Falls from Sandpoint?

The distance from Great Falls to Sandpoint is 249.2 miles (401 km) as the crow flies. Sandpoint is located WNW of Great Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 311.5 miles, taking about 6h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Great Falls in Montana and Sandpoint 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 Sandpoint. 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 Sandpoint

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 16min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 31min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 57min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Great Falls & Sandpoint

Quick Facts

Great Falls
47.50°N, 111.30°W
America/Denver
1015m elevation
Sandpoint
48.28°N, 116.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
640m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients