How far is Bigfork, MT from Belgrade, MT?
The driving distance from Bigfork, MT to Belgrade, MT is about 283.3 miles (456 km), with a travel time of about 04h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 208.9 miles (336.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 11m 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 04h 35m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bigfork and Belgrade.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bigfork and Belgrade.
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Start on Cascade Avenue
53 m · 10 sec · Cascade Avenue
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Turn right onto Grand Drive
93 m · 19 sec · Grand Drive
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Turn left onto Electric Avenue
602 ft · 31 sec · Electric Avenue
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
887 ft · 39 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn slight right onto Bridge Street
621 ft · 32 sec · Bridge Street
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Continue on Bridge Street
889 ft · 31 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn left
4.8 mi · 8 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
82.6 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Turn left
23.8 mi · 26 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 141
32.5 mi · 35 min · State Highway 141
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Turn sharp right
12.9 mi · 14 min
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Turn left
2539 ft · 43 sec
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Continue straight
802 ft · 14 sec
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Take the ramp straight
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
45 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight right
75.3 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 291, MT 85: Belgrade, West Yellowstone
1374 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Amsterdam Road
1.3 km · 58 sec · Amsterdam Road
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Turn left onto Jackrabbit Lane
2627 ft · 51 sec · Jackrabbit Lane
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Turn right onto West Madison Avenue
1116 ft · 23 sec · West Madison Avenue
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Turn slight left onto South Broadway
1482 ft · 55 sec · South Broadway
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Turn right onto East Main Street
25 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bigfork and Belgrade.
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
82.6 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bigfork and Light Rain Likely near Belgrade.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bigfork to Belgrade?
The road trip is about 283.3 miles (456 km) and usually takes 04h 35m 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?
Dutton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 140.4 miles from Bigfork and 143 miles from Belgrade.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 208.9 miles (336.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.4 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 7:48 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.93 one way or $77.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Bigfork and Light Rain Likely near Belgrade.
Stop Ideas Near Dutton
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 Dutton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bigfork and Belgrade. Straight-line distance: 208.89 mi (336.18 km).
#1 Bigfork
City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 4,270 |
| Coordinates | 48.0632900, -114.0726100 |
| Altitude | 908 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Belgrade
City in Gallatin County, Montana, USA
| Population | 10,390 |
| Coordinates | 45.7760400, -111.1769000 |
| Altitude | 1359 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-111.176867, 45.776072)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 456 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 32m |
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 | $38.93 | $77.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $42.31 | $84.62 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $45.49 | $90.98 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $54.12 | $108.24 |
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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