How far is Livingston, MT from Boulder, MT?
The driving distance from Livingston, MT to Boulder, MT is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.8 miles (136.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 35m 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 02h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livingston and Boulder.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston and Boulder.
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Start on East Park Street
2244 ft · 1 min · East Park Street
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Turn right
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp right
1169 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
73.8 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 359: Cardwell, Boulder
1328 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
31.5 mi · 55 min
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Turn left onto West Centennial Avenue
125 m · 18 sec · West Centennial Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Centennial Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livingston and Boulder.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Park Street
Merge slight left
73.8 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Sunny leaving Livingston and Sunny near Boulder.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livingston to Boulder?
The road trip is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Three Forks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.8 miles from Livingston and 55 miles from Boulder.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.8 miles (136.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:54 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.10 one way or $30.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Livingston and Sunny near Boulder.
Stop Ideas Near Three Forks
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 Three Forks.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livingston and Boulder. Straight-line distance: 84.79 mi (136.45 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Boulder
Town in Montana
| Population | 1,291 |
| Coordinates | 46.2365900, -112.1208300 |
| Altitude | 1496 |
| Country | United States |
End: Boulder (-112.12083, 46.23659)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $15.10 | $30.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $16.42 | $32.83 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $17.65 | $35.30 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $21.00 | $42.00 |
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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