How far is East Helena, MT from Livingston, MT?
The driving distance from East Helena, MT to Livingston, MT is about 117.3 miles (188.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.2 miles (146.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 58m 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 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Helena and Livingston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Helena and Livingston.
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Start on East Main Street
81 m · 9 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto South Montana Avenue
828 ft · 36 sec · South Montana Avenue
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Turn left
2212 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
1678 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
30.2 mi · 34 min
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
22.7 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit left toward I 90 East: Billings
1372 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
55.4 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business: Livingston
1117 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto West Park Street
2244 ft · 1 min · West Park Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Park Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Helena and Livingston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 90 East
Merge slight left
55.4 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving East Helena and Partly Cloudy near Livingston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Helena to Livingston?
The road trip is about 117.3 miles (188.8 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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 58.6 miles from East Helena and 58.7 miles from Livingston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.2 miles (146.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 2:32 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.12 one way or $32.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around East Helena and Partly Cloudy near Livingston.
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 East Helena and Livingston. Straight-line distance: 91.17 mi (146.72 km).
#1 East Helena
Town of the United States
| Population | 2,130 |
| Coordinates | 46.5896600, -111.9155500 |
| Altitude | 1185 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Livingston
City and the county seat of Park County, Montana, United States
| Population | 7,898 |
| Coordinates | 45.6624400, -110.5610400 |
| Altitude | 1372 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Park Street (-110.561034, 45.662483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $16.12 | $32.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $17.52 | $35.03 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $18.83 | $37.67 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $22.41 | $44.81 |
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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