Lake Louise to Mount Rainier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Louise from Mount Rainier?

The distance from Lake Louise to Mount Rainier is 404.1 miles (650.4 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rainier is located SW of Lake Louise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 485 miles, taking about 9h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Lake Louise is in Alberta, Canada, while Mount Rainier is in Washington, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Louise and Mount Rainier. 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.