How far is Missoula, MT from Columbia Falls, MT?
Fastest route
The distance from Missoula, Montana to Columbia Falls, Montana 59912 is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 19 minutes.
Directions
- Head northwest on W Broadway St toward Ryman St.
- Turn right onto Old U.S. 93 E/N Orange St.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Old U.S. 93 E/N Orange St.
- Take US-93 N to Montana Hwy 35 W/S Shore Rd in Lake County.
- Take exit 96 to merge onto MT-200 W/US-93 N/U.S. Hwy 93 N toward Kalispell.
- Continue on Montana Hwy 35 W to Flathead County.
- Turn right onto Montana Hwy 35 W/S Shore Rd, then continue to follow Montana Hwy 35 W.
- Turn right onto Montana Hwy 206/Mt Hwy 206, and continue to follow Montana Hwy 206.
- Turn left onto U.S. Rte 2.
- Follow Nucleus Ave to N Fork Rd/Railroad St E.
- Turn right onto Nucleus Ave, which will become N Fork Rd/Railroad St E.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for a rest stop or two during the 2-hour drive to Columbia Falls.
- 🛣️ Check real-time traffic conditions to choose the fastest route.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 🍔 Pack some snacks and water for the road trip.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged in case you need to use GPS or make calls.
- 🚧 Be aware of any construction or road closures that may affect your route.
- 🌄 Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way!
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Missoula and Columbia Falls is 104.03 miles (167.42 km).
Flight distance from Missoula, MT to Columbia Falls, MT is 104.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Missoula to Columbia Falls with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Missoula, Montana to Columbia Falls, Montana is: 125.14 miles (201.4 km) by car.
Driving from Missoula to Columbia Falls will take approximately 02 hours 22 minutes.
#1 Missoula
The most populous city in Missoula County, Montana. It is located on the Clark Fork River in western Montana. Missoula is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites
| Population | 76848 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 46°52'20"N 113°59'38"W |
| Latitude | 46.8721500 |
| Longitude | -113.9940000 |
| Altitude | 978 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia Falls
Town in Montana, United States
| Population | 6209 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 48°22'21"N 114°10'53"W |
| Latitude | 48.3724600 |
| Longitude | -114.1815200 |
| Altitude | 941 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbia Falls: 7th Street West (-114.18152,48.372459)
Estimated Travel Time Between Missoula and Columbia Falls
The distance between Missoula and Columbia Falls is 201 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 14 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Missoula and Columbia Falls. The current time is 20:14:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 10 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.72 liters (4.42 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Missoula and Columbia Falls.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Missoula to Columbia Falls is $17.02 (diesel $21.13).
Montana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.86 | $4.15 | $4.45 | $4.79 |
| Total | $17.02 | $18.32 | $19.63 | $21.13 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Montana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.855 (Diesel $4.785) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Missoula and Columbia Falls (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
