How far is Missoula, MT from Ennis, MT?
The driving distance from Missoula, MT to Ennis, MT is about 193.1 miles (310.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 151.1 miles (243.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 34m 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 03h 17m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Missoula and Ennis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Missoula and Ennis.
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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
115.1 mi · 1 hr 49 min · Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right
33.9 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 359: Cardwell, Boulder
1555 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right
46 m · 3 sec
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 18 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
28 mi · 33 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
816 ft · 28 sec
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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 Missoula and Ennis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway
115 mi · 01h 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.
Sunny leaving Missoula and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ennis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Missoula to Ennis?
The road trip is about 193.1 miles (310.8 km) and usually takes 03h 17m 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 96.4 miles from Missoula and 96.7 miles from Ennis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 151.1 miles (243.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 42 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 10:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.51 one way or $53.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Missoula and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ennis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Missoula and Ennis. Straight-line distance: 151.12 mi (243.21 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 Ennis
Town in Madison County, Montana, United States
| Population | 1,042 |
| Coordinates | 45.3488200, -111.7297000 |
| Altitude | 1506 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ennis (-111.7297, 45.34882)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 311 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $26.51 | $53.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $28.81 | $57.63 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $30.98 | $61.96 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $36.86 | $73.71 |
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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