How far is Bozeman, MT from Hardin, MT?
The driving distance from Bozeman, MT to Hardin, MT is about 188.5 miles (303.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.3 miles (266.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 11m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Stillwater County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bozeman and Hardin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bozeman and Hardin.
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Start on North Willson Avenue
40 m · 12 sec · North Willson Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.4 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Take the exit right
1723 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
23.3 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
6.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
113 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Sheridan
39.2 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business, MT 47: Hardin City Center
1726 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right
773 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on North Crawford Avenue
1242 ft · 30 sec · North Crawford Avenue
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Turn left onto North Crawford Avenue
2759 ft · 2 min · North Crawford Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Crawford Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bozeman and Hardin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Main Street
Continue straight
113 mi · 01h 53m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Light Rain Likely leaving Bozeman and Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Hardin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bozeman to Hardin?
The road trip is about 188.5 miles (303.3 km) and usually takes 03h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94 miles from Bozeman and 94.4 miles from Hardin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.3 miles (266.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:36 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.89 one way or $51.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Bozeman and Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Hardin.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
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 Columbus.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bozeman and Hardin. Straight-line distance: 165.36 mi (266.12 km).
#1 Bozeman
Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 50,970 |
| Coordinates | 45.6796500, -111.0385600 |
| Altitude | 1468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hardin
City in Big Horn County, Montana, United States of America
| Population | 3,705 |
| Coordinates | 45.7324800, -107.6120300 |
| Altitude | 886 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hardin (-107.61203, 45.73248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $25.89 | $51.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $28.14 | $56.27 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $30.25 | $60.50 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $35.99 | $71.98 |
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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