How far is Lincoln, MT from Missoula, MT?
The driving distance from Lincoln, MT to Missoula, MT is about 77.5 miles (124.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.2 miles (100.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place in Montana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lincoln and Missoula.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln and Missoula.
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Start on Stemple Pass Road
19 m · 8 sec · Stemple Pass Road
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Turn left
72 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Keep slight right
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 West, I 90 Business
1037 ft · 26 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Van Buren Street
63 m · 3 sec · Van Buren Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Van Buren Street
65 m · 4 sec · Van Buren Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Van Buren Street
28 m · 1 sec · Van Buren Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Van Buren Street
583 ft · 11 sec · Van Buren Street
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
3078 ft · 55 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn right onto North Higgins Avenue
6 m · 1 sec · North Higgins Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Higgins Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lincoln and Missoula.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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72 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Lincoln and Sunny near Missoula.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lincoln to Missoula?
The road trip is about 77.5 miles (124.7 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Seeley Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.6 miles from Lincoln and 38.8 miles from Missoula.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.2 miles (100.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 3:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.27 one way or $24.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Lincoln and Sunny near Missoula.
Stop Ideas Near Seeley Lake
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 Seeley Lake.
Missoula, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lincoln and Missoula. Straight-line distance: 62.2 mi (100.1 km).
#1 Lincoln
Situated at an elevation of 4541 feet in Lewis and Clark County, this forested community lies within western Montana's Blackfoot River Valley.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.9549400, -112.6817100 |
| Altitude | 1384 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Missoula
The most populous city in Missoula County, Montana.
| Population | 76,848 |
| Coordinates | 46.8721500, -113.9940000 |
| Altitude | 978 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Higgins Avenue (-113.994022, 46.872156)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $4.49 | $12.27 | $24.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $13.17 | $26.34 |
| Premium | $5.19 | $14.18 | $28.35 |
| Diesel | $6.11 | $16.68 | $33.36 |
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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