How far is Livingston, MT from Miles City, MT?
The driving distance from Livingston, MT to Miles City, MT is about 259.9 miles (418.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 232.1 miles (373.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 42m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Yellowstone County, Montana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livingston and Miles City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston and Miles City.
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Start on East Park Street
3.6 mi · 6 min · East Park Street
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Take the ramp straight
713 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left
2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
113 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Bismark
134.7 mi · 2 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Miles City, Jordan
3.6 mi · 6 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livingston and Miles City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 94 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Bismark
135 mi · 02h 20m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Livingston and Mostly Sunny near Miles City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livingston to Miles City?
The road trip is about 259.9 miles (418.3 km) and usually takes 03h 51m 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?
Lockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.8 miles from Livingston and 130.1 miles from Miles City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 232.1 miles (373.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 9:18 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.70 one way or $71.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Livingston and Mostly Sunny near Miles City.
Stop Ideas Near Lockwood
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 Lockwood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livingston and Miles City. Straight-line distance: 232.18 mi (373.65 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 Miles City
City in Custer County, Montana
| Population | 8,264 |
| Coordinates | 46.4083400, -105.8405600 |
| Altitude | 722 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-105.84056, 46.408351)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 418 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $35.70 | $71.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $38.80 | $77.60 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $41.71 | $83.43 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $49.63 | $99.26 |
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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