How far is Bozeman, MT from Big Sky, MT?
The driving distance from Bozeman, MT to Big Sky, MT is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Gallatin County, Montana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bozeman and Big Sky.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bozeman and Big Sky.
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Start on North Willson Avenue
3070 ft · 1 min · North Willson Avenue
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Turn right onto West College Street
1 km · 1 min · West College Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West College Street
29 m · 2 sec · West College Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West College Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West College Street
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Turn left onto Huffine Lane
5.3 mi · 8 min · Huffine Lane
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Turn left onto Gallatin Road
33.9 mi · 41 min · Gallatin Road
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Turn right onto Lone Mountain Trail
7.1 mi · 11 min · Lone Mountain Trail
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Turn left onto Lone Moose Drive
61 m · 7 sec · Lone Moose Drive
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Keep slight right to continue on Access
156 m · 23 sec · Access
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Access
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bozeman and Big Sky.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Gallatin Road
Turn left onto Gallatin Road
33.9 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Bozeman and Sunny near Big Sky.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bozeman to Big Sky?
The road trip is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km) and usually takes 01h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Belgrade is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Bozeman and 24.5 miles from Big Sky.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.73 one way or $13.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bozeman and Sunny near Big Sky.
Stop Ideas Near Belgrade
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Belgrade.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bozeman and Big Sky. Straight-line distance: 31.62 mi (50.89 km).
#1 Bozeman
Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 50,970 |
| Coordinates | 45.6796500, -111.0385600 |
| Altitude | 1468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Big Sky
Census designated place
| Population | 2,308 |
| Coordinates | 45.2846500, -111.3682900 |
| Altitude | 2200 |
| Country | United States |
End: Big Sky (-111.36829, 45.28465)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $7.32 | $14.64 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $7.87 | $15.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $9.36 | $18.73 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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