How far is Bigfork, MT from Billings, MT?
The driving distance from Bigfork, MT to Billings, MT is about 408.6 miles (657.6 km), with a travel time of about 06h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 306.4 miles (493.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 47m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Consolidated city-county in Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bigfork and Billings.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bigfork and Billings.
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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
1 km · 56 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
110.8 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Continue straight
6.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
109.6 mi · 1 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 3
1209 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Montana Avenue
933 ft · 34 sec · Montana Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Montana Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bigfork and Billings.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
State Highway 141
Keep slight right
111 mi · 01h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Rain And Snow Likely leaving Bigfork and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Billings.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bigfork to Billings?
The road trip is about 408.6 miles (657.6 km) and usually takes 06h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Butte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 216.1 miles from Bigfork and 192.6 miles from Billings.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 306.4 miles (493.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 102.2 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.14 one way or $112.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 128.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Bigfork and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Billings.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bigfork and Billings. Straight-line distance: 306.4 mi (493.1 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 Billings
The most populous city in Montana.
| Population | 117,445 |
| Coordinates | 45.7832900, -108.5006900 |
| Altitude | 952 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montana Avenue (-108.500696, 45.783296)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 658 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $56.14 | $112.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $61.01 | $122.02 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $65.60 | $131.19 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $78.04 | $156.08 |
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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