How far is Anaconda, MT from Helena, MT?
The driving distance from Anaconda, MT to Helena, MT is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.8 miles (86.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Powell County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anaconda and Helena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anaconda and Helena.
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Start on East Commercial Avenue
33 m · 7 sec · East Commercial Avenue
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Turn left onto Ash Street
117 m · 22 sec · Ash Street
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Turn left onto East Park Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · East Park Avenue
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Continue on Pintler Veterans' Memorial Scenic Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Pintler Veterans' Memorial Scenic Highway
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Turn left
6.8 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto Gas City Road
577 ft · 13 sec · Gas City Road
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Take the ramp left
1741 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
25 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 East: Helena, Garrison
1.2 mi · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
42.8 mi · 49 min
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Turn right onto North Benton Avenue
1542 ft · 58 sec · North Benton Avenue
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Turn left onto Neill Avenue
1201 ft · 41 sec · Neill Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Cruse Avenue
31 m · 4 sec · Cruse Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cruse Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anaconda and Helena.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
42.8 mi · 00h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Anaconda and Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Helena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anaconda to Helena?
The road trip is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km) and usually takes 01h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Deer Lodge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.5 miles from Anaconda and 39.6 miles from Helena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.8 miles (86.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.86 one way or $21.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Anaconda and Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Helena.
Stop Ideas Near Deer Lodge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Deer Lodge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anaconda and Helena. Straight-line distance: 53.81 mi (86.6 km).
#1 Anaconda
Town in Montana
| Population | 9,417 |
| Coordinates | 46.1285400, -112.9422600 |
| Altitude | 1601 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Helena
State capital of Montana, United States and seat of Lewis and Clark County
| Population | 33,737 |
| Coordinates | 46.5927100, -112.0361100 |
| Altitude | 1237 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cruse Avenue (-112.036062, 46.592722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.80 | $23.61 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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