How far is Deer Lodge, MT from Bozeman, MT?
The driving distance from Deer Lodge, MT to Bozeman, MT is about 121.6 miles (195.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95 miles (152.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m 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 57m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Jefferson County, Montana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Deer Lodge and Bozeman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Lodge and Bozeman.
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Start on Saint Mary's Avenue
1356 ft · 1 min · Saint Mary's Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
2316 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Continue on South Frontage Road
1.5 km · 1 min · South Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight
33.7 mi · 32 min
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Keep slight right
84.5 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North 7th Avenue
1451 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · North 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Peach Street
1949 ft · 44 sec · West Peach Street
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Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
2143 ft · 1 min · North Willson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Willson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Deer Lodge and Bozeman.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Frontage Road
Keep slight right
84.5 mi · 01h 24m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Deer Lodge and Light Rain Likely near Bozeman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Deer Lodge to Bozeman?
The road trip is about 121.6 miles (195.7 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Whitehall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.7 miles from Deer Lodge and 60.9 miles from Bozeman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95 miles (152.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.6 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 2:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.70 one way or $33.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Deer Lodge and Light Rain Likely near Bozeman.
Stop Ideas Near Whitehall
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 Whitehall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Deer Lodge and Bozeman. Straight-line distance: 95.03 mi (152.93 km).
#1 Deer Lodge
City in and the county seat of Powell County, Montana, United States
| Population | 2,805 |
| Coordinates | 46.3957600, -112.7300400 |
| Altitude | 1392 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bozeman
Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 50,970 |
| Coordinates | 45.6796500, -111.0385600 |
| Altitude | 1468 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Willson Avenue (-111.038724, 45.679648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $16.70 | $33.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $19.52 | $39.03 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $23.22 | $46.43 |
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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