Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Missoula travel guide

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With a population of 66,788, Missoula is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Missoula to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Missoula

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pearl Café (231 E. Front Street) and Caffe Dolce (500 Brooks Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Iron Griz American Bistro (515 S Ave E Missoula MT #) and Pangea Bar & Restaurant Missoula (223 N Higgins Ave) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Missoula.

When to visit Missoula

Missoula in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Missoula in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 155
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Missoula in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 53 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Missoula, with an average rainfall of 18 mm.

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How to Get to Missoula

Plane

When flying to Missoula, you’ll arrive at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO), which is located 6 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Missoula from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Missoula is to pick up a car rental from Bozeman, which is about 163 miles from Missoula. You’ll find branches of Budget and NU Car, among others, in Bozeman.

Bus

Missoula’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the downtown.

Plane

When flying to Missoula, you’ll arrive at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO), which is located 6 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Missoula from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Missoula is to pick up a car rental from Bozeman, which is about 163 miles from Missoula. You’ll find branches of Budget and NU Car, among others, in Bozeman.

Bus

Missoula’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the downtown.

Airports near Missoula

MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field
BTMButte Silver Bow Co
HLNHelena

Airlines serving Missoula

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,406 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in Missoula

Average rates range from around C$ 264 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 382 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include TownePlace Suites by Marriott Missoula and Comfort Inn University. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Missoula, with prices from C$ 84 to C$ 263 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Missoula are about 127% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Missoula

Most booked hotels in Missoula

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Staybridge Suites Missoula
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 198+
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Comfort Inn University
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 193+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Missoula/Edgewater
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 263+
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Motel 6 Missoula
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 115+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Missoula Airport
2 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
C$ 87+
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Red Lion Inn & Suites Missoula
2 stars
Okay (4.3, Okay reviews)
C$ 112+
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Renting a car in Missoula

Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Missoula is the Budget branch at 5225 Us Highway 10 West, which is 5 miles from the downtown.

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 per litre in Missoula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 14.95 and C$ 19.94. Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Missoula, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Missoula is the Budget branch at 5225 Us Highway 10 West, which is 5 miles from the downtown.

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 per litre in Missoula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 14.95 and C$ 19.94. Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Missoula, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Missoula

Intermediate

5 adults, 3 Bags

C$ 53/day

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5 adults, 5 Bags

C$ 55/day

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