How far is Whitefish, MT from Libby, MT?
The driving distance from Whitefish, MT to Libby, MT is about 102.8 miles (165.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.9 miles (90 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Flathead 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 Whitefish and Libby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitefish and Libby.
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Start on the route
51 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
536 ft · 24 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Spokane Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · Spokane Avenue
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Continue on US 93 South
3.2 mi · 4 min · US 93 South
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Continue on US 93 North
6.8 mi · 8 min · US 93 North
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Turn right onto Kalispell Bypass
3.3 mi · 4 min · Kalispell Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2
1529 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto West Idaho Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · West Idaho Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
29 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
85.7 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Whitefish and Libby.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Idaho Street
Exit the roundabout
85.7 mi · 01h 37m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Whitefish and Showers And Thunderstorms near Libby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Whitefish to Libby?
The road trip is about 102.8 miles (165.4 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Kalispell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.3 miles from Whitefish and 51.4 miles from Libby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.9 miles (90 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.9 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 2:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.13 one way or $28.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Whitefish and Showers And Thunderstorms near Libby.
Stop Ideas Near Kalispell
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 Kalispell.
Whitefish station
West Glacier
Essex
East Glacier Park
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Whitefish and Libby. Straight-line distance: 55.91 mi (89.98 km).
#1 Whitefish
City in Flathead County, Montana, United States
| Population | 8,713 |
| Coordinates | 48.4110800, -114.3376300 |
| Altitude | 923 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Libby
City in Montana, United States
| Population | 2,845 |
| Coordinates | 48.3882900, -115.5560000 |
| Altitude | 639 |
| Country | United States |
End: Libby (-115.556, 48.38829)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $14.13 | $28.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $15.36 | $30.72 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $19.65 | $39.29 |
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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