How far is Missoula, MT from Conrad, MT?
The driving distance from Missoula, MT to Conrad, MT is about 202.5 miles (325.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131 miles (210.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 24m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 42m.
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.
Town in Cascade County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Missoula and Conrad.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Missoula and Conrad.
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Start on North Higgins Avenue
6 m · 8 sec · North Higgins Avenue
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
3078 ft · 59 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn left onto Van Buren Street
133 m · 6 sec · Van Buren Street
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Take the exit right
1216 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
3.9 mi · 5 min · Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 200 East: Bonner, Great Falls
148.9 mi · 2 hr 49 min
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Merge slight left onto First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
47.4 mi · 44 min · First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1898 ft · 54 sec
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Turn sharp left
1 mi · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Missoula and Conrad.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
MT 200 East
Take the exit slight right toward MT 200 East: Bonner, Great Falls
149 mi · 02h 49m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Missoula and Rain Likely near Conrad.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Missoula to Conrad?
The road trip is about 202.5 miles (325.9 km) and usually takes 03h 42m 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?
Cascade is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.1 miles from Missoula and 101.4 miles from Conrad.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131 miles (210.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 71.5 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 9:36 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.83 one way or $55.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Missoula and Rain Likely near Conrad.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Missoula and Conrad. Straight-line distance: 131.04 mi (210.89 km).
#1 Missoula
The most populous city in Missoula County, Montana.
| Population | 76,848 |
| Coordinates | 46.8721500, -113.9940000 |
| Altitude | 978 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Conrad
Town in Montana, United States
| Population | 2,412 |
| Coordinates | 48.1702500, -111.9461300 |
| Altitude | 1073 |
| Country | United States |
End: Conrad (-111.94613, 48.17025)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 326 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $27.83 | $55.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $30.25 | $60.50 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $32.53 | $65.05 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $38.70 | $77.39 |
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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