How far is Bozeman, MT from Butte, MT?
The driving distance from Bozeman, MT to Butte, MT is about 85.3 miles (137.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.4 miles (121.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bozeman and Butte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bozeman and Butte.
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Start on North Willson Avenue
2143 ft · 1 min · North Willson Avenue
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Turn left onto West Peach Street
1896 ft · 42 sec · West Peach Street
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Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · North 7th Avenue
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Turn left
82.5 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Montana Street
1321 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto South Montana Street
2889 ft · 57 sec · South Montana Street
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Turn right onto West 2nd Street
1173 ft · 38 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1088 ft · 27 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Iron Street
21 m · 3 sec · West Iron Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Iron Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bozeman and Butte.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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82.5 mi · 01h 22m
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 Butte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bozeman to Butte?
The road trip is about 85.3 miles (137.3 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Three Forks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.6 miles from Bozeman and 42.8 miles from Butte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.4 miles (121.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 3:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.72 one way or $23.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bozeman and Sunny near Butte.
Stop Ideas Near Three Forks
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 Three Forks.
Bozeman, MT
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bozeman and Butte. Straight-line distance: 75.42 mi (121.37 km).
#1 Bozeman
Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 50,970 |
| Coordinates | 45.6796500, -111.0385600 |
| Altitude | 1468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Butte
Consolidated city-county in Montana, United States
| Population | 34,190 |
| Coordinates | 46.0038200, -112.5347400 |
| Altitude | 1688 |
| Country | United States |
End: Butte (-112.53474, 46.00382)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $12.74 | $25.47 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $16.29 | $32.58 |
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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