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

Butte travel guide

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You're Going to Love Butte

With a population of 34,190, Butte is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Butte deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Butte

If you’re looking for affordable options, Montana’s Rib and Chophouse - Butte (4655 Harrison Ave) and Park 217 (217 W Park St) are great picks.

When to visit Butte

Butte in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Butte in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Butte in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 2.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Butte, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Butte

Plane

When flying to Butte, you’ll arrive at Butte Silver Bow Co (BTM), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Butte departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Butte is to pick up a car rental from Bozeman, which is about 121 km from Butte. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Bozeman.

Bus

Butte’s bus station is located 1.1 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Butte, you’ll arrive at Butte Silver Bow Co (BTM), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Butte departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Butte is to pick up a car rental from Bozeman, which is about 121 km from Butte. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Bozeman.

Bus

Butte’s bus station is located 1.1 km from the city center.

Airports near Butte

BZNBozeman Gallatin Field
MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field
HLNHelena

Airlines serving Butte

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,086 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,973 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,816 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,853 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,345 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,301 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,919 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,289 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,101 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,505 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,801 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,539 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,718 reviews)
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Where to stay in Butte

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Butte and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Butte.

Where to stay in popular areas of Butte

Most booked hotels in Butte

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Copper King Convention Center, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 599 reviews)
$177+
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Best Western Plus Butte Plaza Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 823 reviews)
$166+
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Rocker Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1094 reviews)
$84+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Butte MT
2 stars
Good (7.1, 1987 reviews)
$98+
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Wingate by Wyndham Butte City Center I-15/I-90
3 stars
Good (6.7, 1751 reviews)
$113+
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Studio 6 Suites Butte Mt I-90 I-15
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 867 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Butte

Renting a car in Butte costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Butte Silver Bow Co.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Butte (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Butte is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Butte costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Butte Silver Bow Co.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Butte (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Butte is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Butte

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$60/day

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