How far is Bigfork, MT from Laurel, MT?
The driving distance from Bigfork, MT to Laurel, MT is about 416.3 miles (670 km), with a travel time of about 06h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 300 miles (482.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 00m 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 30m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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 Laurel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bigfork and Laurel.
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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
110.8 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Continue straight
6.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
93.9 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 212, US 310: Laurel, Red Lodge
1266 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
1 km · 59 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bigfork and Laurel.
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.
Sunny leaving Bigfork and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Laurel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bigfork to Laurel?
The road trip is about 416.3 miles (670 km) and usually takes 06h 30m 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 207.8 miles from Bigfork and 208.5 miles from Laurel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 300 miles (482.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 116.3 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 $57.19 one way or $114.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 130.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bigfork and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Laurel.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bigfork and Laurel. Straight-line distance: 300.02 mi (482.83 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 Laurel
City in Yellowstone County, Montana, USA
| Population | 6,715 |
| Coordinates | 45.6691200, -108.7715300 |
| Altitude | 1006 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 1st Avenue (-108.771477, 45.669116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 670 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $57.19 | $114.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $62.15 | $124.31 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $66.82 | $133.65 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $79.50 | $159.00 |
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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