Missoula to Spokane: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169.6 miles 272.9 km · straight line
211.9 miles estimated 341.1 km · driving distance
4h 16min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Missoula from Spokane?

The distance from Missoula to Spokane is 169.6 miles (272.9 km) as the crow flies. Spokane is located WNW of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.9 miles, taking about 4h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Missoula in Montana and Spokane in Washington.

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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Missoula and Spokane. 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 Spokane

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 16min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 7min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 3min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Missoula & Spokane

Quick Facts

Missoula
46.87°N, 114.00°W
America/Denver
978m elevation
Spokane
47.66°N, 117.43°W
America/Los_Angeles
576m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients