How far is Livingston, MT from Frenchtown, MT?
The driving distance from Livingston, MT to Frenchtown, MT is about 242.8 miles (390.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 198.3 miles (319.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 01m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livingston and Frenchtown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston and Frenchtown.
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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
128.3 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Frenchtown
1567 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto Demer Street
1097 ft · 24 sec · Demer Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beckwith Street
144 m · 8 sec · Beckwith Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Beckwith Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livingston and Frenchtown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 90 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Missoula
128 mi · 02h 03m
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 Mostly Sunny near Frenchtown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livingston to Frenchtown?
The road trip is about 242.8 miles (390.8 km) and usually takes 04h 01m 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?
Anaconda is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.2 miles from Livingston and 121.6 miles from Frenchtown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 198.3 miles (319.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.5 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 8:56 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.36 one way or $66.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Livingston and Mostly Sunny near Frenchtown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livingston and Frenchtown. Straight-line distance: 198.37 mi (319.24 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 Frenchtown
High school in Frenchtown, Missoula County, Montana
| Population | 1,825 |
| Coordinates | 47.0149200, -114.2298400 |
| Altitude | 928 |
| Country | United States |
End: Frenchtown (-114.22984, 47.01492)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 391 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $33.36 | $66.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $36.26 | $72.52 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $38.98 | $77.97 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $46.38 | $92.76 |
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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