Origin
Livingston, MT
Evening in Livingston on Sunday
Local time
8:50 PM
MDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Livingston, MT to Bozeman, MT
Drive Time
31m
Distance
25.8 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Livingston, MT
John De Leon
Bozeman, MT
John De Leon
Trip Overview
If you are traveling between Livingston and Bozeman, this 25.8-mile connection serves as an efficient link within the Mountain West region. Expect to spend about 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Because the route relies on local roads rather than interstate travel, you can expect a fuel budget of approximately $4 for the trip. Since the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own pace. It is a straightforward, practical commute between two iconic Montana towns that lets you bypass the standard highway flow.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12.9 miles from Livingston, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate via Bear Canyon Road, Moffit Gulch Road, and the Frontage Road. Unlike a standard interstate grind, this route features zero highway miles, offering a more technical feel that keeps you engaged. You will not find any long, monotonous stretches here, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Bear Canyon Road. The road’s personality is defined by these local segments, providing a distinct change of pace from the typical high-speed transit found elsewhere in the region. Stay alert through the turns, as the road requires your full attention compared to a straight-line highway drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bear Canyon Road 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Livingston, MT to Bozeman, MT is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Livingston, MT to Bozeman, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Canyon Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Moffit Gulch Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Frontage Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Willson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Bear Canyon Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston, MT and Bozeman, MT.
1
Start on East Park Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Park Street
2
Turn right
2.3 mi
·
3 min
3
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
4
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
17 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward Bear Canyon Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Bear Canyon Road
6
Turn right onto Moffit Gulch Road
79 ft
·
7 sec
·
Moffit Gulch Road
7
Turn left onto Frontage Road
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Frontage Road
8
Continue on East Main Street
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
9
Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
131 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Willson Avenue
10
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 31-minute journey, you don't need to worry about complex pacing or rest stops. You can easily complete the entire 25.8-mile distance in one go, giving you maximum freedom to leave whenever your schedule allows. Because this route avoids the interstate, keep a close eye on your navigation through the turns on Bear Canyon and Moffit Gulch roads to ensure you stay on track. Budget roughly $4 for fuel before you head out, and keep in mind that the local road nature of this drive means your speed will be lower than on a major highway. Use this flexibility to your advantage by planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours.
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 12.9 miles from Livingston, MT, or about 15m 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 25.8 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.9 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bozeman, 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 25.8 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Livingston, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.9 mi from Livingston, MT · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.9 miles from Livingston, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bozeman, MT
The final approach into Bozeman, 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 Bozeman, 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
$4.09 one way
$8.18 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $4.30 | $8.60 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.60 | $9.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Bozeman, MT
Evening in Bozeman on Sunday
Local time
8:50 PM
MDT
Current temp
34°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
2 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
31m 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 Bozeman, MT covers 25.8 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bear Canyon Road, Moffit Gulch Road, Frontage Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.9 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 $4.09 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.
The drive from Livingston, MT to Bozeman, MT is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Livingston, MT to Bozeman, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Livingston, MT to Bozeman, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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