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.
What to do in Butte
Top activities & attractions in Butte
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
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″.
How to Get to Butte
Plane
When flying to Butte, you’ll arrive at Butte Silver Bow Co (BTM), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Butte departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 1h 28m.
Car
Another option to get to Butte is to pick up a car rental from Bozeman, which is about 75 miles from Butte. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Bozeman.
Bus
Butte’s bus station is located 0.7 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Butte
Where to stay in Butte
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn Butte City Center I-15 / I-90 and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Butte, An IHG Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Butte
Most booked hotels in Butte
Renting a car in Butte
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Butte Silver Bow Co.
Expect to pay $3.79 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 $45.42 and $60.57. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Butte, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.