What is the cheapest way to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls?

The cheapest way to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls?

The fastest way to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Coeur d'Alene and Columbia Falls?

No, there is no direct bus from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls. However, there are services departing from Coeur d'Alene and arriving at Whitefish via Missoula. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls?

The distance between Coeur d'Alene and Columbia Falls is 295 miles. The road distance is 187 miles.

How do I travel from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls without a car?

The best way to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 49m and costs $120 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls bus from?

Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Coeur d'Alene station.

Where does the Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls bus arrive?

Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Missoula, MT station.

What is the time difference between Coeur d'Alene and Columbia Falls?

Columbia Falls is 1h ahead of Coeur d'Alene. It is currently 12:30 AM in Coeur d'Alene and 1:30 AM in Columbia Falls.

Can I drive from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls is 187 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls.

How do I get a bus ticket from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls?

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Where can I stay near Columbia Falls?

There are 347+ hotels available in Columbia Falls.

Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Coeur d'Alene to Spokane Stationbus Billings
2. Take the train from Spokane to Whitefish Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder
6h 49m
$128–232
Drive 185.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Fallscar 185.9 mi
5h 24m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coeur d'Alene to Missoula, MTbus Spokane
2. Take the bus from Missoula to Whitefishbus Jefferson Lines 941
8h 3m
$108–151

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Coeur d'Alene, ID, USA and Columbia Falls, MT, USA?

You can take a bus from Coeur d'Alene to Columbia Falls via Missoula and Whitefish in around 8h 3m.

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