How far is Lockwood, MT from Deer Lodge, MT?
The driving distance from Lockwood, MT to Deer Lodge, MT is about 268.4 miles (432 km), with a travel time of about 04h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 210.5 miles (338.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 57m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Areas Of Fog
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockwood and Deer Lodge.
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Start on Johnson Lane
1156 ft · 33 sec · Johnson Lane
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Take the ramp right
2235 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
112.8 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Continue straight
7 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
113.4 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Missoula
30.6 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business: Deer Lodge
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Saint Mary's Avenue
1356 ft · 60 sec · Saint Mary's Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Saint Mary's Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lockwood and Deer Lodge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Johnson Lane
Continue straight
113 mi · 01h 54m
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 leaving Lockwood and Areas Of Fog near Deer Lodge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lockwood to Deer Lodge?
The road trip is about 268.4 miles (432 km) and usually takes 04h 28m 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?
Bozeman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 134 miles from Lockwood and 134.5 miles from Deer Lodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 210.5 miles (338.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.9 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 8:02 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.87 one way or $73.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lockwood and Areas Of Fog near Deer Lodge.
Stop Ideas Near Bozeman
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 Bozeman.
Bozeman, MT
Livingston, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lockwood and Deer Lodge. Straight-line distance: 210.48 mi (338.74 km).
#1 Lockwood
Human settlement in Yellowstone County, Montana, United States of America
| Population | 6,797 |
| Coordinates | 45.8191200, -108.4148600 |
| Altitude | 943 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Deer Lodge
City in and the county seat of Powell County, Montana, United States
| Population | 2,805 |
| Coordinates | 46.3957600, -112.7300400 |
| Altitude | 1392 |
| Country | United States |
End: Deer Lodge (-112.73004, 46.39576)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 432 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 20m |
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 | $36.87 | $73.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $40.07 | $80.14 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $43.08 | $86.16 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $51.25 | $102.50 |
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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