Lake Louise to Sandpoint: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Louise from Sandpoint?

The distance from Lake Louise to Sandpoint is 218.2 miles (351.2 km) as the crow flies. Sandpoint is located S of Lake Louise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.8 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Lake Louise is in Alberta, Canada, while Sandpoint is in Idaho, United States.

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. 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 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.