Whitefish to Yakima: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Whitefish from Yakima?

The distance from Whitefish to Yakima is 313 miles (503.8 km) as the crow flies. Yakima is located WSW of Whitefish. By car, the driving distance is approximately 375.7 miles, taking about 7h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Whitefish in Montana and Yakima 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 Whitefish and Yakima. 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.