What is the cheapest way to get from Montana to Whitefish?

The cheapest way to get from Montana to Whitefish is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Montana to Whitefish?

The fastest way to get from Montana to Whitefish is to drive which takes 7h 22m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Montana and Whitefish?

No, there is no direct bus from Montana to Whitefish. However, there are services departing from Billings, MT and arriving at North Valley Hospital - Whitefish via Butte, MT, Great Falls Transfer Center and Shelby Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 44m.

How far is it from Montana to Whitefish?

The distance between Montana and Whitefish is 629 miles. The road distance is 449.3 miles.

How do I travel from Montana to Whitefish without a car?

The best way to get from Montana to Whitefish without a car is to bus which takes 14h 44m and costs $95 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Montana to Whitefish?

It takes approximately 14h 44m to get from Montana to Whitefish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montana to Whitefish bus from?

Montana to Whitefish bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Billings, MT station.

Where does the Montana to Whitefish bus arrive?

Montana to Whitefish bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Butte, MT station.

Can I drive from Montana to Whitefish?

Yes, the driving distance between Montana to Whitefish is 449 miles. It takes approximately 7h 22m to drive from Montana to Whitefish.

Where can I stay near Whitefish?

There are 263+ hotels available in Whitefish.

Montana to Whitefish - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Montana to Whitefish by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Billings, MT to Butte, MTbus
2. Take the bus from Butte, MT to Great Falls Transfer Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Great Falls Transfer Center to Shelby Amtrak Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Shelby Amtrak Station to North Valley Hospital - Whitefishbus
14h 44m
$98–164
Drive 446.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Billings to Whitefishcar 446.7 mi
7h 22m
$82–118
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Billings, MT to Spokane Stationbus Billings / ...
2. Take the train from Spokane to Whitefish Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder
15h 56m
$204–341

Montana to Whitefish by bus and train

11Weekly Services

15h 56mAverage Duration

$204Cheapest Price

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Distance: 625.5 mi
Duration: 14h 44m

What companies run services between Montana, USA and Whitefish, MT, USA?

You can take a bus from Billings, MT to Whitefish via Butte, MT, Great Falls Transfer Center, Shelby Amtrak Station, and North Valley Hospital - Whitefish in around 14h 44m.

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