Missoula to Steamboat Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

567.9 miles 913.9 km · straight line
681.5 miles estimated 1096.7 km · driving distance
13h 43min estimated drive time
$66 - $81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
138° SE bearing direction

How far is Missoula from Steamboat Springs?

The distance from Missoula to Steamboat Springs is 567.9 miles (913.9 km) as the crow flies. Steamboat Springs is located SE of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 681.5 miles, taking about 13h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Missoula in Montana and Steamboat Springs in Colorado.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Missoula and Steamboat Springs. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Missoula to Steamboat Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 43min $66 - $81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 28min $55–$102* Budget
Train ~17h 50min $82–$239* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Missoula & Steamboat Springs

Quick Facts

Missoula
46.87°N, 114.00°W
America/Denver
978m elevation
Steamboat Springs
40.48°N, 106.83°W
America/Denver
2051m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 189 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients