How far is Hardin, MT from Bozeman, MT?
The driving distance from Hardin, MT to Bozeman, MT is about 189 miles (304.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.3 miles (266.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Stillwater County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hardin and Bozeman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hardin and Bozeman.
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Start on North Crawford Avenue
2725 ft · 2 min · North Crawford Avenue
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Continue on North Crawford Avenue
1415 ft · 28 sec · North Crawford Avenue
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Continue straight
823 ft · 19 sec
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Continue straight
152 m · 17 sec
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Take the ramp left
1719 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
42.6 mi · 41 min
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Continue straight
112.8 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Continue straight
7 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
19.6 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Bear Canyon Road
1134 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Moffit Gulch Road
24 m · 7 sec · Moffit Gulch Road
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Turn left onto Frontage Road
3.6 mi · 4 min · Frontage Road
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Continue on East Main Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
40 m · 4 sec · 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 Hardin 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.
North Crawford Avenue
Continue straight
113 mi · 01h 52m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Hardin 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 Hardin to Bozeman?
The road trip is about 189 miles (304.1 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?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.2 miles from Hardin and 94.8 miles from Bozeman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.3 miles (266.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.7 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 12:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.97 one way or $51.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Hardin and Light Rain Likely near Bozeman.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
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 Columbus.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hardin and Bozeman. Straight-line distance: 165.36 mi (266.12 km).
#1 Hardin
City in Big Horn County, Montana, United States of America
| Population | 3,705 |
| Coordinates | 45.7324800, -107.6120300 |
| Altitude | 886 |
| 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: 304 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $25.97 | $51.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $28.22 | $56.44 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $30.34 | $60.68 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $36.10 | $72.20 |
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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