How far is Lame Deer, MT from Livingston, MT?
The driving distance from Lame Deer, MT to Livingston, MT is about 218.2 miles (351.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 31m 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 15m.
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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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lame Deer and Livingston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lame Deer and Livingston.
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Start on the route
117 m · 6 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212
41.8 mi · 49 min · US Highway 212
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Take the exit slight right
131 m · 11 sec
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Continue straight
83.8 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Continue straight
89.2 mi · 1 hr 25 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 Lame Deer and Livingston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 212
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89.2 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Lame Deer and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Livingston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lame Deer to Livingston?
The road trip is about 218.2 miles (351.2 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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 109 miles from Lame Deer and 109.2 miles from Livingston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:28 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.98 one way or $59.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Lame Deer and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Livingston.
Stop Ideas Near Billings
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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 Lame Deer and Livingston. Straight-line distance: 188.12 mi (302.75 km).
#1 Lame Deer
Center for the Northern Cheyenne Nation
| Population | 2,052 |
| Coordinates | 45.6230500, -106.6667000 |
| Altitude | 1014 |
| 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: 351 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $29.98 | $59.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $32.58 | $65.16 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $35.03 | $70.05 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $41.67 | $83.34 |
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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