How far is Bozeman, MT from Ennis, MT?
The driving distance from Bozeman, MT to Ennis, MT is about 53 miles (85.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.5 miles (65.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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 15m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bozeman and Ennis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bozeman and Ennis.
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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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Continue on Norris Road
17.5 mi · 26 min · Norris Road
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Continue on Montana Highway 84
11.4 mi · 17 min · Montana Highway 84
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Turn left
16.3 mi · 19 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
816 ft · 28 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bozeman and Ennis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Norris Road
Continue on Norris Road
17.5 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bozeman and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ennis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bozeman to Ennis?
The road trip is about 53 miles (85.3 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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 26.5 miles from Bozeman and 26.5 miles from Ennis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.5 miles (65.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 4:00 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.28 one way or $14.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Bozeman and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ennis.
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.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bozeman and Ennis. Straight-line distance: 40.53 mi (65.22 km).
#1 Bozeman
Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 50,970 |
| Coordinates | 45.6796500, -111.0385600 |
| Altitude | 1468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ennis
Town in Madison County, Montana, United States
| Population | 1,042 |
| Coordinates | 45.3488200, -111.7297000 |
| Altitude | 1506 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ennis (-111.7297, 45.34882)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $8.51 | $17.01 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $10.12 | $20.24 |
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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