How far is Big Timber, MT from Great Falls, MT?
The driving distance from Big Timber, MT to Great Falls, MT is about 173.2 miles (278.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 03m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Big Timber and Great Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Timber and Great Falls.
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Start on McLeod Street
5 m · 6 sec · McLeod Street
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Turn left onto East 1st Avenue
1138 ft · 39 sec · East 1st Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on East 1st Avenue
43.9 mi · 1 hr 6 min · East 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto 2nd Street Northwest
1 km · 58 sec · 2nd Street Northwest
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Continue on 3rd Street Northeast
1.3 km · 1 min · 3rd Street Northeast
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Turn left
39.2 mi · 43 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
64.3 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Turn slight right
1588 ft · 21 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
52 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
557 ft · 7 sec
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Continue straight
23.1 mi · 29 min
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Turn right onto 6th Street South
1989 ft · 39 sec · 6th Street South
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue South
864 ft · 40 sec · 5th Avenue South
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Turn right onto 4th Street South
49 m · 7 sec · 4th Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Big Timber and Great Falls.
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 left
64.3 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Big Timber and Showers And Thunderstorms near Great Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Big Timber to Great Falls?
The road trip is about 173.2 miles (278.8 km) and usually takes 03h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Moore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Big Timber and 86.7 miles from Great Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.79 one way or $47.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Big Timber and Showers And Thunderstorms near Great Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Big Timber and Great Falls. Straight-line distance: 131.56 mi (211.72 km).
#1 Big Timber
City in and county seat of Sweet Grass County, Montana, United States
| Population | 1,688 |
| Coordinates | 45.8349400, -109.9554600 |
| Altitude | 1247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Great Falls
Town in Cascade County, Montana, United States
| Population | 58,353 |
| Coordinates | 47.5002400, -111.3008100 |
| Altitude | 1015 |
| Country | United States |
End: 4th Street South (-111.300848, 47.50024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.79 | $47.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.85 | $51.70 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.79 | $55.59 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $33.07 | $66.13 |
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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