Missoula International Airport (MSO) serves Missoula, Montana, and is about 22 minutes by car from WoodSpring Suites, a hotel off I-90. To get there, choose among rental cars, rideshares, taxis and shuttles, or the daily zero-fare Route 11 bus.
- Airport: Missoula International Airport (MSO)
- Drive: About 22 minutes from MSO to the hotel
- Bus: Mountain Line Route 11 runs daily and charges no fare
Where is Missoula International Airport?
Missoula International Airport is the airport serving Missoula, Montana. It is 3.5 miles from the hotel, which is off I-90.
The hotel’s listed phone number is 406-317-7444 if you need to confirm arrival or check-in details.
How do you get from MSO to the hotel?
Driving from MSO to the hotel takes about 22 minutes. The hotel is about 101 minutes away on foot, so most airport arrival plans will involve a vehicle or public transportation.
MSO has seven on-site rental-car agencies: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. Their counters are directly across from baggage claim, and the rental-car lots are just outside the east terminal exit. Agency hours are 6 a.m. until the last flight arrival; check the official site before you go.
If you are picking someone up or dropping someone off, MSO offers free parking for the first 60 minutes in all airport parking lots. Consult the airport’s parking information for current terms.
What ground transportation options serve MSO?
MSO provides information about rental cars, rideshares, taxis, shuttles and Mountain Line public transportation. Your choice may depend on your arrival time and whether you want a car for getting around Missoula after check-in.
Rideshare, taxi and shuttle
Lyft and Uber serve the airport. Taxi and shuttle providers include Airport Shuttler, Bitterroot Valley Transportation, Huckleberry Express Taxi, Need A Lift?, Richwell Transport, Ryde Transport, Superior Taxi Services, The Local Transport and Valet Transportation Service. Confirm availability and pickup arrangements directly with the provider.
Rental cars
Dollar Car Rental and Turo are off-airport rental options. Off-site rental companies may offer airport shuttle service, so check the provider’s current arrangements before choosing this option.
Mountain Line Route 11
Mountain Line’s Route 11 provides daily, zero-fare service to and from MSO. The airport bus stop is outside baggage claim. The route connects the airport with the Transfer Center and includes stops such as Great Northern & American, Connery & American, Expressway & Reserve, and Smokejumper Center on the outbound trip.
On weekdays, buses from downtown reach the airport at 6:15 a.m., then hourly through 9:15 p.m.; buses from the airport depart at 6:15 a.m., then hourly through 9:15 p.m.
On Saturdays and Sundays, buses from downtown reach the airport at 9:15 a.m., then hourly through 8:15 p.m.; buses from the airport depart at 9:15 a.m., then hourly through 8:15 p.m.
For onward trips after arrival, getting around Missoula can help you plan how to move around the city. Check the official site before you go, consulting Mountain Line for bus schedules and MSO for airport transportation details.
How should you plan arrival and check-in?
The hotel’s general policy sets check-in from 3 p.m. and check-out by 11 a.m., using the local front-desk time. If your flight arrives outside those hours, contact the hotel to confirm arrangements rather than assuming early check-in or late access.
If you plan to take Route 11, check its schedule against your flight arrival and allow for the transfer from the airport stop to your onward ride.
For a hotel shuttle, MSO advises travelers to contact their hotel to confirm whether one is available. If local happenings are part of your plans, the seasonal calendar for events in Missoula covers the city’s event pattern.
FAQs
How long is the drive from Missoula International Airport to the hotel?
The drive takes about 22 minutes from MSO.
Does a bus run from MSO?
Yes. Mountain Line Route 11 serves the airport daily at no fare, with its stop outside baggage claim.
Where are the rental-car counters at MSO?
The seven on-site rental-car counters are directly across from baggage claim. Their lots are just outside the east terminal exit.
What time is check-in?
The hotel’s general policy sets check-in from 3 p.m. and check-out by 11 a.m., using local front-desk time.