How far is Livingston, MT from West Glendive, MT?
The driving distance from Livingston, MT to West Glendive, MT is about 335.2 miles (539.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 294.4 miles (473.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 20m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livingston and West Glendive.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston and West Glendive.
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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
212.2 mi · 3 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 16: Glendive, Sidney
1422 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left
636 ft · 19 sec
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Take the exit left
1385 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
2608 ft · 28 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livingston and West Glendive.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 94 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Bismark
212 mi · 03h 33m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Livingston and Mostly Sunny near West Glendive.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livingston to West Glendive?
The road trip is about 335.2 miles (539.5 km) and usually takes 05h 40m 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?
Hysham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 167.3 miles from Livingston and 168 miles from West Glendive.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 294.4 miles (473.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.8 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 5:40 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.05 one way or $92.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers around Livingston and Mostly Sunny near West Glendive.
Stop Ideas Near Hysham
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 Hysham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livingston and West Glendive. Straight-line distance: 294.41 mi (473.8 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 West Glendive
Census designated place
| Population | 1,948 |
| Coordinates | 47.1108500, -104.7496800 |
| Altitude | 646 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Glendive (-104.74968, 47.11085)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 539 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 10m |
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 | $3.89 | $46.05 | $92.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $50.05 | $100.11 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $53.81 | $107.63 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $64.02 | $128.05 |
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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