Missoula to Red Deer: Road Trip Guide & Distance

372.8 miles 600 km · straight line
447.4 miles estimated 720 km · driving distance
9h 0min estimated drive time
$43 - $53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Missoula from Red Deer?

The distance from Missoula to Red Deer is 372.8 miles (600 km) as the crow flies. Red Deer is located N of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 447.4 miles, taking about 9h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Missoula is in Montana, United States, while Red Deer is in Alberta, Canada.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Missoula and Red Deer. 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 Red Deer

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 0min $43 - $53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 48min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~8h 33min $54–$157* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Missoula & Red Deer

Quick Facts

Missoula
46.87°N, 114.00°W
America/Denver
978m elevation
Red Deer
52.27°N, 113.80°W
America/Edmonton
856m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients