How far is Orchard Homes, MT from Missoula, MT?
The driving distance from Orchard Homes, MT to Missoula, MT is about 3.2 miles (5.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.7 miles (4.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orchard Homes and Missoula.
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Start on South 7th Street West
2218 ft · 2 min · South 7th Street West
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Turn left onto South Reserve Street
1325 ft · 29 sec · South Reserve Street
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street West
1.6 km · 2 min · South 3rd Street West
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Turn left onto South Russell Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Russell Street
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Turn slight right
57 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto West Broadway Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto North Higgins Avenue
6 m · 1 sec · North Higgins Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Higgins Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orchard Homes and Missoula.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West Broadway Street
Turn straight onto West Broadway Street
1.22 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Orchard Homes and Chance Light Snow then Chance Snow Showers near Missoula.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orchard Homes to Missoula?
The road trip is about 3.2 miles (5.1 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
East Missoula is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.8 miles from Orchard Homes and 1.3 miles from Missoula.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.7 miles (4.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.43 one way or $0.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Orchard Homes and Chance Light Snow then Chance Snow Showers near Missoula.
Stop Ideas Near East Missoula
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Missoula, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orchard Homes and Missoula. Straight-line distance: 2.65 mi (4.26 km).
#1 Orchard Homes
Census designated place
| Population | 5,197 |
| Coordinates | 46.8632600, -114.0484400 |
| Altitude | 961 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Missoula
The most populous city in Missoula County, Montana.
| Population | 76,848 |
| Coordinates | 46.8721500, -113.9940000 |
| Altitude | 978 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Higgins Avenue (-113.994022, 46.872156)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 5 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
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 | $0.43 | $0.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $0.47 | $0.93 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $0.50 | $1.00 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $0.60 | $1.19 |
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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