How far is Seeley Lake, MT from Bozeman, MT?
The driving distance from Seeley Lake, MT to Bozeman, MT is about 216.8 miles (348.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155.9 miles (250.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 33m 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 46m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Snow then Snow Showers Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seeley Lake and Bozeman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seeley Lake and Bozeman.
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Start on the route
14.8 mi · 19 min
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Turn left
23.8 mi · 26 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 141
32.5 mi · 35 min · State Highway 141
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Turn sharp right
12.9 mi · 14 min
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Turn left
2539 ft · 43 sec
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Continue straight
802 ft · 14 sec
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Take the ramp straight
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
45 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight right
84.5 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North 7th Avenue
1451 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · North 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Peach Street
1949 ft · 44 sec · West Peach Street
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Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
2143 ft · 1 min · North Willson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Willson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Seeley Lake and Bozeman.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 141
Keep slight right
84.5 mi · 01h 24m
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 Snow then Snow Showers Likely leaving Seeley Lake and Light Snow Likely near Bozeman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Seeley Lake to Bozeman?
The road trip is about 216.8 miles (348.9 km) and usually takes 03h 46m 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 108.2 miles from Seeley Lake and 108.6 miles from Bozeman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.9 miles (250.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 60.9 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 9:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.78 one way or $59.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow then Snow Showers Likely around Seeley Lake and Light Snow Likely near Bozeman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seeley Lake and Bozeman. Straight-line distance: 155.89 mi (250.88 km).
#1 Seeley Lake
Census designated place in Montana, USA
| Population | 1,659 |
| Coordinates | 47.1793800, -113.4845200 |
| Altitude | 1225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bozeman
Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 50,970 |
| Coordinates | 45.6796500, -111.0385600 |
| Altitude | 1468 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bozeman (-111.03856, 45.67965)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 349 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $29.78 | $59.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $32.37 | $64.73 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $34.80 | $69.60 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $41.40 | $82.80 |
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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