How far is Livingston, MT from Clinton, MT?
The driving distance from Livingston, MT to Clinton, MT is about 212 miles (341.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169 miles (271.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 03m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 31m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Consolidated city-county in Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livingston and Clinton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston and Clinton.
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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
111 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Missoula
96.8 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Clinton
1418 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left
1251 ft · 37 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Mullan Road
1.2 km · 2 min · East Mullan Road
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
26 m · 4 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livingston and Clinton.
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
111 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.
Sunny leaving Livingston and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Clinton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livingston to Clinton?
The road trip is about 212 miles (341.2 km) and usually takes 03h 31m 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?
Butte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.7 miles from Livingston and 106.3 miles from Clinton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169 miles (271.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 43 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 9:56 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.62 one way or $67.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Livingston and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Clinton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livingston and Clinton. Straight-line distance: 168.94 mi (271.89 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 Clinton
Situated at an elevation of 3,468 feet in Missoula County, this unincorporated community lies in a narrow valley along the Clark Fork River and Interstate 90, flanked by mountain ranges.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.7690900, -113.7126000 |
| Altitude | 1057 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clinton (-113.7126, 46.76909)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 341 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.49 | $33.62 | $67.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $36.09 | $72.18 |
| Premium | $5.19 | $38.84 | $77.69 |
| Diesel | $6.11 | $45.70 | $91.41 |
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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