Introduction
What to do
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.

When to visit Butte

Butte in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Butte in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
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 Dollar and Thrifty, 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 Dollar and Thrifty, 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

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,773 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,720 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,172 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,207 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,867 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,254 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,509 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,850 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,135 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,701 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,916 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,578 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,556 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (988 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 Garner Hotel Butte Southeast By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Butte

Most booked hotels in Butte

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Hampton Inn Butte
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 314 reviews)
$114+
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Copper King Convention Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 648 reviews)
$106+
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Best Western Plus Butte Plaza Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 844 reviews)
$107+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Butte
3 stars
Good (7.9, 995 reviews)
$79+
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Wingate by Wyndham Butte City Center I-15/I-90
3 stars
Good (6.8, 1900 reviews)
$57+
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Studio 6 Suites Butte Mt I-90 I-15
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 950 reviews)
$50+
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Renting a car in Butte

Renting a car in Butte costs $72 per day, on average, or $143 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, 36% more expensive than at Butte Silver Bow Co.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. The most frequently booked car type in Butte is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Butte costs $72 per day, on average, or $143 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, 36% more expensive than at Butte Silver Bow Co.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. The most frequently booked car type in Butte is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Butte

Full-size SUV

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$118/day

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