Origin
Glasgow, MT
Morning in Glasgow on Saturday
Local time
10:39 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glasgow, MT to Livingston, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 55m
Distance
339.7 mi
547 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 43m
★
6 AM
5h 56m
8 AM
6h 22m
10 AM
6h 5m
12 PM
6h 2m
3 PM
6h 6m
5 PM
6h 20m
8 PM
5h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glasgow, MT
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Livingston, MT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Glasgow, MT to Livingston, MT covers 339.7 miles and takes about 5h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 1st Avenue North, Highway 2, Lewis and Clark Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.83 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
169.8 miles from Glasgow, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 55m. Total distance: 339.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 55m drive with frequent turns across 339.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
1st Avenue North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 55m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Glasgow, MT to Livingston, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Avenue North | — | — |
| Highway 2 | — | — |
| Lewis and Clark Trail | — | — |
| North 1st Street East | — | — |
| Central Avenue | — | — |
| Truck Bypass | — | — |
| Highway 87 | — | — |
| H Avenue Northwest | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
1st Avenue North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glasgow, MT and Livingston, MT.
1
Start on 6th Street North
39 ft
·
8 sec
·
6th Street North
2
Turn left onto 1st Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
1st Avenue North
3
Continue on Highway 2
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Highway 2
4
Continue on Lewis and Clark Trail
40 mi
·
46 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail
5
Continue on North 1st Street East
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 1st Street East
6
Turn left onto Central Avenue
91 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
Central Avenue
7
Continue straight
21 mi
·
31 min
8
Turn right
31 mi
·
34 min
9
Turn right onto 1st Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
1st Avenue North
10
Continue on Truck Bypass
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Truck Bypass
11
Continue on US Highway 87
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US Highway 87
12
Turn left
39 mi
·
42 min
13
Turn right
486 ft
·
8 sec
14
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
2 min
15
Turn left onto H Avenue Northwest
44 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
H Avenue Northwest
16
Continue on Big Timber Loop Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Big Timber Loop Road
17
Turn left
404 ft
·
9 sec
18
Take the ramp right
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
19
Merge slight right
27 mi
·
25 min
20
Continue straight
2.4 mi
·
2 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business: Livingston
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 90 Business: Livingston
22
Turn left
3.3 mi
·
5 min
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.8 miles from Glasgow, MT, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
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 75 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.8 miles or 2h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 52m
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 Glasgow, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Glasgow, MT
This is one driving day of about 339.7 miles and 5h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Glasgow, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 169.8 mi from Glasgow, MT · 2h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
170 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 169.8 miles from Glasgow, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Livingston, MT
The final approach into Livingston, MT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Livingston, MT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.83 one way
$107.66 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
119 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $56.42 | $112.85 |
| premium | $4.53 | $60.60 | $121.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $75.00 | $150.00 |
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: 118.9 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 | 101.9 | 1 | $35.67 | $16.31 |
| Efficient EV | 84.9 | 0 | $29.72 | $13.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.9 | 1 | $47.56 | $21.74 |
Gas CO2
119 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.
Destination
Livingston, MT
Morning in Livingston on Saturday
Local time
10:39 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Lewistown, MT
170 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 55m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Glasgow, MT to Livingston, MT covers 339.7 miles and takes about 5h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 1st Avenue North, Highway 2, Lewis and Clark Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 169.8 miles from Glasgow, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.83 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a straightforward 5h 55m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Glasgow, MT to Livingston, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Glasgow, MT to Livingston, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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