Missoula to North Cascades: Road Trip Guide & Distance

362.9 miles 584.1 km · straight line
435.5 miles estimated 700.9 km · driving distance
8h 46min estimated drive time
$42 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 14min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Missoula from North Cascades?

The distance from Missoula to North Cascades is 362.9 miles (584.1 km) as the crow flies. North Cascades is located WNW of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 435.5 miles, taking about 8h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Missoula 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 Missoula 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.

How to Get from Missoula to North Cascades

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 46min $42 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 31min $35–$65* Budget
Train ~8h 20min $52–$152* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Missoula & North Cascades

Quick Facts

Missoula
46.87°N, 114.00°W
America/Denver
978m elevation
North Cascades
48.77°N, 121.30°W
America/Los_Angeles
2804m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 121 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 68.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients