Missoula to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

393.9 miles 634 km · straight line
476.3 miles actual route 766.6 km · driving distance
8h 39min estimated drive time
$46 - $56 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Missoula from Seattle?

The distance from Missoula to Seattle is 393.9 miles (634 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located W of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 476.3 miles, taking about 8h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Missoula in Montana and Seattle 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 Seattle. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 39min $46 - $56 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 23min $38–$71* Budget
Train ~8h 13min $57–$167* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Missoula & Seattle

Quick Facts

Missoula
46.87°N, 114.00°W
America/Denver
978m elevation
Seattle
47.61°N, 122.33°W
America/Los_Angeles
56m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 131 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM