How far is East Missoula, MT from Livingston, MT?
The driving distance from East Missoula, MT to Livingston, MT is about 225.5 miles (362.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 181.9 miles (292.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 24m.
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Halfway Point
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Consolidated city-county in Montana, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Missoula and Livingston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Missoula and Livingston.
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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
108.3 mi · 1 hr 49 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 Missoula 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.
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 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.
Sunny leaving East Missoula and Sunny near Livingston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Missoula to Livingston?
The road trip is about 225.5 miles (362.9 km) and usually takes 03h 24m 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?
Butte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.6 miles from East Missoula and 112.8 miles from Livingston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 181.9 miles (292.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:10 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.99 one way or $61.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Missoula and Sunny near Livingston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Missoula and Livingston. Straight-line distance: 181.88 mi (292.71 km).
#1 East Missoula
Census designated place
| Population | 2,157 |
| Coordinates | 46.8707600, -113.9445500 |
| Altitude | 995 |
| 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: 363 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $30.99 | $61.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $33.68 | $67.36 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $36.21 | $72.42 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $43.08 | $86.16 |
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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