How far is Forsyth, MT from Livingston, MT?
The driving distance from Forsyth, MT to Livingston, MT is about 215.9 miles (347.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 191.1 miles (307.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m 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 10m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Montana.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forsyth and Livingston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forsyth and Livingston.
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Start on the route
25 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto North 10th Avenue
46 m · 9 sec · North 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn sharp left
1414 ft · 26 sec
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Take the ramp right
1647 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
93.2 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
112.8 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business: Livingston
1018 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left
3.3 mi · 6 min
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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 Forsyth 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.
Main Street
Continue straight
113 mi · 01h 52m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Forsyth and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Livingston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forsyth to Livingston?
The road trip is about 215.9 miles (347.4 km) and usually takes 03h 10m 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?
Billings is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.9 miles from Forsyth and 108 miles from Livingston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 191.1 miles (307.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 10:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.66 one way or $59.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Forsyth and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Livingston.
Stop Ideas Near Billings
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 Billings.
Billings, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forsyth and Livingston. Straight-line distance: 191.09 mi (307.53 km).
#1 Forsyth
Rosebud county seat and river town near Yellowstone River
| Population | 1,752 |
| Coordinates | 46.2663800, -106.6778100 |
| Altitude | 768 |
| 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: 347 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $29.66 | $59.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $32.24 | $64.48 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $34.66 | $69.33 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $41.24 | $82.48 |
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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