How far is Belgrade, MT from Townsend, MT?
The driving distance from Belgrade, MT to Townsend, MT is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41 miles (66 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain And Snow Likely
Light Snow
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belgrade and Townsend.
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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
23 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 287: Helena, Ennis
1498 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto Highway 287
30.4 mi · 33 min · Highway 287
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Turn right
34 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Belgrade and Townsend.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 287
Turn right onto Highway 287
30.4 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Rain And Snow Likely leaving Belgrade and Light Snow near Townsend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belgrade to Townsend?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Three Forks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Belgrade and 27.3 miles from Townsend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41 miles (66 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 4:32 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.51 one way or $15.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Belgrade and Light Snow near Townsend.
Stop Ideas Near Three Forks
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 Three Forks.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belgrade and Townsend. Straight-line distance: 40.99 mi (65.96 km).
#1 Belgrade
City in Gallatin County, Montana, USA
| Population | 10,390 |
| Coordinates | 45.7760400, -111.1769000 |
| Altitude | 1359 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Townsend
City in Montana, USA
| Population | 2,220 |
| Coordinates | 46.3191000, -111.5208000 |
| Altitude | 1171 |
| Country | United States |
End: Townsend (-111.5208, 46.3191)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.51 | $15.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $8.17 | $16.33 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $8.78 | $17.56 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $10.45 | $20.89 |
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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