Livingston, MT to Somers, MT is 325.4 miles and takes about 5h 49m via I 90 and MT 83, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Montana, connecting two points in the Mountain West region. Given it's mostly highway driving, expect a relatively straightforward path. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
162.7 miles from Livingston, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
153.6 mi
2h 31m
MT 83
91.1 mi
1h 43m
MT 141
32.5 mi
35m
MT 200
23.8 mi
25m
US 12
12.9 mi
14m
MT 82
5.7 mi
7m
I 90 Business
2.5 mi
4m
Somers Road
1.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 153.6 mi, about 2h 31m
Traffic on I-90
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~600 veh/hr typical
· worst 846
Quietest
2 AM
~38 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
15.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston, MT and Somers, MT.
1
Start on I 90 Business
0.4 mi·1 min·East Park Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto I 90 Business
2.3 mi·3 min·I 90 Business
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp onto I 90 Business
0.2 mi·28 sec·I 90 Business
4
Merge onto I 90; US 191
111 mi·1 hr 52 min·I 90; US 191
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
43 mi·39 min·I 90
Toward I 90 West: Missoula
6
Take the exit
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward US 12 East: Helena, Garrison
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
13 mi·14 min·US 12
8
Turn sharp left onto MT 141
32 mi·35 min·MT 141
9
At end of road, turn left onto MT 200
24 mi·25 min·MT 200
10
Turn right onto MT 83
91 mi·1 hr 43 min·MT 83
11
At end of road, turn right onto MT 35
0.3 mi·38 sec·MT 35
12
Turn left onto MT 82
5.7 mi·7 min·MT 82
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Somers Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Somers Road
14
Arrive at destination
Somers Road
Trip Plan
For this 325.4-mile drive, departing Livingston, MT in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight, especially since it's a single-day trip. The route has a fuel cost estimate of $58, so ensure your tank is full before leaving, or plan a refill around the halfway point. While there's only one recommended stop, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major transition is over 153 miles on I 90. The shift from highway to surface roads near Somers, MT means paying closer attention to speed limits and local traffic as you get closer.
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 162.7 miles from Livingston, MT, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 153.6 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 72 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.7 miles or 2h 45m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Somers, 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 325.4 miles and 5h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Livingston, 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 I 90 for about 153.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 318.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|I 90 Business
Turn right onto I 90 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.9 mi into trip|~5m in|I 90; US 191
Merge onto I 90; US 191
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
113.9 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 West: Missoula
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 West: Missoula
5
156.6 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 12 East: Helena, Garrison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 12 East: Helena, Garrison
6
318.4 mi into trip|~5h 38m in|MT 82
Turn left onto MT 82
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.20 one way
$114.40 round trip
$4.47/gal25.4 MPG avg114 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.67
$59.81
$119.63
premium
$4.99
$63.93
$127.85
diesel
$5.35
$68.54
$137.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
97.6
1
$34.17
$15.62
Efficient EV
81.4
0
$28.47
$13.02
EV Truck/SUV
130.2
1
$45.56
$20.83
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Livingston, MT
Afternoon
in Livingston on Wednesday
Local time
12:59 PM
MDT
Current temp
41°F
Chance Rain Showers
WSW 5 to 16 mph39% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 31 at 7:44PM MDT until June 1 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 7:42PM MDT until June 1 at 7:30PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Destination
Somers, MT
Afternoon
in Somers on Wednesday
Local time
12:59 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Light Rain
W 3 mph95% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 31 at 7:44PM MDT until June 1 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 7:42PM MDT until June 1 at 7:30PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
42°F
Lincoln, MT
163 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
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
5h 49m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is 99% highway, meaning you'll spend almost all 5 hours and 49 minutes on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch is 153.6 miles on I 90. You'll transition to surface roads for the final portion of the trip, primarily on MT 83 and MT 141. Expect to notice a distinct shift from interstate cruising to more rural road conditions as you approach your destination.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 153.6 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and MT 83. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near I 90 Business.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 49m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (I 90 Business): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 90; US 191): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.9 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,360 ft2,919 ft
Total Climb
1,994 ft
Total Descent
3,576 ft
Highest Point
5,360 ft
~116.2 mi in
Elevation Range
2,441 ft
Notable High Points
4,838 ft at ~23.2 miles+336 ft prominence
5,002 ft at ~69.7 miles+146 ft prominence
5,360 ft at ~116.2 miles+504 ft prominence
4,725 ft at ~186 miles+231 ft prominence
4,123 ft at ~255.7 miles+174 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Livingston, MT to Somers, MT, road signs begin pointing toward Garrison along the way.
Livingston is a city in the Yellowstone Country of Montana. It is the northern entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Livingston is commonly called "The Gateway City" because it was the original entrance to Yellowstone.
Top landmarks
•The Murray Hotel — historic hotel in Livingston, Montana, USA
Kalispell is a town in Montana, near Glacier National Park. The name of the town means "flat land above the lake" in Salish, a Native American language. The population is about 23,000 (2016).
The longest stretch is about 153.6 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through MT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (I 90 Business): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 90; US 191): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.9 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Somers, MT before the return drive.
