The drive from Baker, MT to Livingston, MT covers 338.5 miles and takes about 6h 21m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 12, I 90, I 90 Business for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 217 miles on US 12.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
169.2 miles from Baker, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 28m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 21m. Total distance: 338.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 6h 21m highway drive covering 338.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 12 and I 90. The longest continuous stretch is about 217 miles on US 12.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 12 is the longest continuous segment at about 217 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 12 and I 90. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 12.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 21m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 5 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point; at 75.9 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point; at 217 miles (I 90; US 87; US 212): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 12
Turn left onto US 12
Navigation decision point
3
75.9 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|US 12
Take the ramp onto US 12
Navigation decision point
3
217 mi into trip|~4h 17m in|I 90; US 87; US 212
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
335 mi into trip|~6h 14m in|I 90 Business
Take the exit onto I 90 Business toward I 90 Business: Livingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 90 Business: Livingston
3
335.2 mi into trip|~6h 15m in|I 90 Business
Turn left onto I 90 Business
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 12
217 mi
4h 17m
I 90
118 mi
1h 57m
I 90 Business
3.5 mi
6m
6th Street West
<0.1 mi
<1m
East Park Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 12
— 217 mi, about 4h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baker, MT and Livingston, MT.
1
Start on 6th Street West
329 ft·19 sec·6th Street West
2
Turn left onto US 12
76 mi·1 hr 52 min·US 12
3
Take the ramp onto US 12
141 mi·2 hr 24 min·US 12
4
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
2.8 mi·3 min·I 90; US 87; US 212
5
Continue on I 90; US 212
113 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 90; US 212
6
Continue on I 90; US 89; US 191
2.4 mi·2 min·I 90; US 89; US 191
7
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.2 mi·38 sec·I 90 Business
Toward I 90 Business: Livingston
8
Turn left onto I 90 Business
3.3 mi·5 min·I 90 Business
9
Arrive at destination
I 90 Business
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.2 miles from Baker, MT, or about 3h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 217 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 74 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.2 miles or 3h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Livingston, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Baker, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Baker, MT
This is one driving day of about 338.5 miles and 6h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Baker, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 12 for about 217 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 169.2 mi from Baker, MT
· 3h 28m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.64 one way
$107.28 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg118 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$56.23
$112.45
premium
$4.53
$60.38
$120.77
diesel
$5.61
$74.74
$149.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
101.6
1
$35.54
$16.25
Efficient EV
84.6
0
$29.62
$13.54
EV Truck/SUV
135.4
1
$47.39
$21.66
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Baker, MT
Morning
in Baker on Saturday
Local time
6:17 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Livingston, MT
Morning
in Livingston on Saturday
Local time
6:17 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 21m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Baker, MT to Livingston, MT covers 338.5 miles and takes about 6h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 12, I 90, I 90 Business. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 169.2 miles from Baker, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 21m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 5 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point; at 75.9 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point; at 217 miles (I 90; US 87; US 212): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Baker, MT to Livingston, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
