What is the cheapest way to get from Butte to Bismarck?

The cheapest way to get from Butte to Bismarck is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 9h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Butte to Bismarck?

The fastest way to get from Butte to Bismarck is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs $90 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Butte and Bismarck?

No, there is no direct bus from Butte to Bismarck. However, there are services departing from Butte and arriving at Bismarck via Billings and Dickinson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Butte to Bismarck?

The distance between Butte and Bismarck is 647 miles. The road distance is 643.6 miles.

How do I travel from Butte to Bismarck without a car?

The best way to get from Butte to Bismarck without a car is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $55 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Butte to Bismarck?

It takes approximately 12h 10m to get from Butte to Bismarck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Butte to Bismarck bus from?

Butte to Bismarck bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Butte station.

Bus or fly from Butte to Bismarck?

The best way to get from Butte to Bismarck is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $55 - $290. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $460 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Butte to Bismarck bus arrive?

Butte to Bismarck bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Billings station.

What is the time difference between Butte and Bismarck?

Bismarck is 1h ahead of Butte. It is currently 4:49 PM in Butte and 5:49 PM in Bismarck.

Can I drive from Butte to Bismarck?

Yes, the driving distance between Butte to Bismarck is 644 miles. It takes approximately 9h 28m to drive from Butte to Bismarck.

Where can I stay near Bismarck?

There are 33+ hotels available in Bismarck.

Butte to Bismarck - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Butte to Bismarck by bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Butte to Billingsbus
2. Take the bus from Billings to Dickinsonbus
3. Take the bus from Dickinson to Bismarckbus
12h 10m
$59–286
Drive 639.8 mi
1. Drive from Butte to Bismarckcar 639.8 mi
9h 28m
$117–169
Fly from Bert Mooney Airport
1. Fly from Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS)plane BTM - BIS
7h 40m
$90–460
Bus to Helena Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Butte, MT to Helena, MTbus
2. Fly from Helena Regional Airport (HLN) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS)plane HLN - BIS
7h 41m
$120–524
Bus to Missoula International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Butte to Missoulabus
2. Fly from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS)plane MSO - BIS
9h 24m
$106–546

Butte to Bismarck by bus

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12h 10mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 643.4 mi
Duration: 12h 10m

What companies run services between Butte, MT, USA and Bismarck, ND, USA?

You can take a bus from Butte to Bismarck via Billings and Dickinson in around 12h 10m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) 3 times a day.

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