How far is Belgrade, MT from Three Forks, MT?
The driving distance from Belgrade, MT to Three Forks, MT is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.8 miles (31.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belgrade and Three Forks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belgrade and Three Forks.
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Start on East Main Street
25 m · 10 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Broadway
1482 ft · 51 sec · South Broadway
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Continue on West Madison Avenue
1116 ft · 30 sec · West Madison Avenue
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Turn left onto Jackrabbit Lane
1411 ft · 29 sec · Jackrabbit Lane
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Take the ramp right
1108 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 2, MT 205: Three Forks
1267 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Frontage Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Frontage Road
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Continue on North Main Street
1155 ft · 20 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Belgrade and Three Forks.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Jackrabbit Lane
Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain And Snow Likely leaving Belgrade and Rain And Snow Likely near Three Forks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belgrade to Three Forks?
The road trip is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km) and usually takes 00h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Manhattan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.9 miles from Belgrade and 11 miles from Three Forks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.8 miles (31.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.00 one way or $6.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Belgrade and Rain And Snow Likely near Three Forks.
Stop Ideas Near Manhattan
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belgrade and Three Forks. Straight-line distance: 19.78 mi (31.83 km).
#1 Belgrade
City in Gallatin County, Montana, USA
| Population | 10,390 |
| Coordinates | 45.7760400, -111.1769000 |
| Altitude | 1359 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Three Forks
City in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 1,926 |
| Coordinates | 45.8924300, -111.5521900 |
| Altitude | 1242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Three Forks (-111.55219, 45.89243)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $3.00 | $6.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $3.26 | $6.52 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $3.50 | $7.01 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $4.17 | $8.33 |
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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