How far is East Missoula, MT from Belgrade, MT?
The driving distance from East Missoula, MT to Belgrade, MT is about 193.2 miles (310.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.2 miles (244.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Missoula and Belgrade.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Missoula and Belgrade.
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Start on Randles Street
572 ft · 32 sec · Randles Street
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Turn left onto Old Montana 200
2586 ft · 59 sec · Old Montana 200
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Take the ramp sharp left
1447 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
113.5 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Keep slight right
75.3 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 291, MT 85: Belgrade, West Yellowstone
1374 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Amsterdam Road
1.3 km · 58 sec · Amsterdam Road
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Turn left onto Jackrabbit Lane
2627 ft · 51 sec · Jackrabbit Lane
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Turn right onto West Madison Avenue
1116 ft · 23 sec · West Madison Avenue
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Turn slight left onto South Broadway
1482 ft · 55 sec · South Broadway
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Turn right onto East Main Street
25 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Missoula and Belgrade.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Old Montana 200
Merge slight left
113 mi · 01h 47m
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 East Missoula and Sunny near Belgrade.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Missoula to Belgrade?
The road trip is about 193.2 miles (310.9 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Anaconda is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.7 miles from East Missoula and 97.5 miles from Belgrade.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.2 miles (244.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 41 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 12:40 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.55 one way or $53.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Missoula and Sunny near Belgrade.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Missoula and Belgrade. Straight-line distance: 152.17 mi (244.9 km).
#1 East Missoula
Census designated place
| Population | 2,157 |
| Coordinates | 46.8707600, -113.9445500 |
| Altitude | 995 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Belgrade
City in Gallatin County, Montana, USA
| Population | 10,390 |
| Coordinates | 45.7760400, -111.1769000 |
| Altitude | 1359 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-111.176867, 45.776072)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 311 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 24m |
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 | $26.55 | $53.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $28.86 | $57.71 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $31.02 | $62.05 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $36.91 | $73.82 |
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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