Origin
Livingston, MT
Evening in Livingston on Thursday
Local time
7:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Livingston, MT to Billings, MT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
115.4 mi
186 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Livingston, MT
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Billings, MT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 115.4-mile drive from Livingston to Billings, Montana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 1 minute to complete. Primarily utilizing I-90, you'll find this route to be a highway-focused experience with a 95% highway share. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $18, making it an economical option for traversing between these two Mountain West locations. Given its relatively short duration and clear path, it's an ideal drive for those looking to maximize their time exploring either Livingston or Billings.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.7 miles from Livingston, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 115.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this route, with nearly all of your 115.4 miles spent on major roads like I-90. The character of the drive is largely defined by its 95% highway share, offering a consistent pace for most of the journey. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 107.3 miles on I-90, allowing for a steady progression toward your destination. While the focus is on efficient travel, the transition from East Park Street in Livingston onto Montana Avenue before merging with the interstate provides a brief, localized introduction to the local road network before settling into the open highway.
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.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 107.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and East Park Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near I 90; US 89; US 191.
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 2h 1m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (I 90; US 89; US 191): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 111.1 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 111.5 miles (I 90 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
3.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 90; US 89; US 191
Merge onto I 90; US 89; US 191
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
111.1 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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I 90 Business
Take the exit onto I 90 Business toward I 90 Business: West Billings
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 90 Business: West Billings
5
111.5 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
|
I 90 Business
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 Business toward I 90 Business: City Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 Business: City Center
4
113.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
I 90 Business / Montana Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 Business / Montana Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 107.3 mi | 1h 46m |
| East Park Street | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Montana Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| I 90 Business | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 107.3 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston, MT and Billings, MT.
1
Start on I 90 Business
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East Park Street
2
Take the ramp onto I 90 Business
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 90 Business
3
Merge onto I 90; US 89; US 191
2.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90; US 89; US 191
4
Continue on I 90; US 191
105 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 90; US 191
5
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 90 Business
Toward I 90 Business: West Billings
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 Business
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 90 Business
Toward I 90 Business: City Center
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 Business
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Montana Avenue
8
Continue on I 90 Business
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Montana Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
I 90 Business
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 2 hours, this route offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart Livingston, MT, at your leisure, as there are no mandatory long stretches requiring an overnight split. Consider an early morning start if you wish to maximize your daylight hours upon arrival in Billings, MT. While the drive is efficient, be mindful of the longest stretch of 107.3 miles on I-90; plan for a brief stop before this segment if you prefer to break up driving time. The estimated fuel cost of $18 is modest, so keeping your tank topped up should be straightforward at various points along I-90.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.7 miles from Livingston, MT, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.3 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 25 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.7 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Billings, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Livingston, 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 Livingston, MT
This is one driving day of about 115.4 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Livingston, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 107.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.7 mi from Livingston, MT · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.7 miles from Livingston, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.3 miles.
Arriving in Billings, MT
The final approach into Billings, 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 Billings, MT.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.29 one way
$36.57 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $19.17 | $38.34 |
| premium | $4.53 | $20.59 | $41.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.48 | $50.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.12 | $5.54 |
| Efficient EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.10 | $4.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.16 | $7.39 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Billings, MT
Evening in Billings on Thursday
Local time
7:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
74°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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 1m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Livingston, MT to Billings, MT covers 115.4 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, East Park Street, Montana Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.7 miles from Livingston, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 2h 1m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (I 90; US 89; US 191): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 111.1 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 111.5 miles (I 90 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Livingston, MT to Billings, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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