How far is Pinesdale, MT from Missoula, MT?
The driving distance from Pinesdale, MT to Missoula, MT is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39 miles (62.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pinesdale and Missoula.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinesdale and Missoula.
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Start on 18th Street
114 m · 18 sec · 18th Street
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Turn right onto Bowman Road
1998 ft · 57 sec · Bowman Road
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Turn right onto Sheafman Creek Road
2.3 mi · 6 min · Sheafman Creek Road
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Continue on Sheafman Creek Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Sheafman Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sheafman Creek Road
1 mi · 3 min · Sheafman Creek Road
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Turn left
36.4 mi · 45 min
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Continue on Brooks Street
3.3 mi · 5 min · Brooks Street
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Continue on South Higgins Avenue
109 m · 16 sec · South Higgins Avenue
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Turn right onto South 6th Street East
2051 ft · 36 sec · South 6th Street East
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Turn left onto Arthur Avenue
906 ft · 14 sec · Arthur Avenue
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Continue on Madison Street
1419 ft · 25 sec · Madison Street
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
1935 ft · 39 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn right 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 Pinesdale 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.
Longest stretch
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36.4 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Pinesdale and Sunny near Missoula.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pinesdale to Missoula?
The road trip is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stevensville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.7 miles from Pinesdale and 22.2 miles from Missoula.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39 miles (62.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.19 one way or $12.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pinesdale and Sunny near Missoula.
Stop Ideas Near Stevensville
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 Stevensville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pinesdale and Missoula. Straight-line distance: 38.97 mi (62.71 km).
#1 Pinesdale
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,038 |
| Coordinates | 46.3293700, -114.2167600 |
| Altitude | 1210 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.19 | $12.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.73 | $13.45 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $7.23 | $14.47 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $8.61 | $17.21 |
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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