How far is Billings, MT from Chinook, MT?
The driving distance from Billings, MT to Chinook, MT is about 226.6 miles (364.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 196.9 miles (316.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 20m 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 05h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Billings and Chinook.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Billings and Chinook.
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Start on Montana Avenue
2446 ft · 1 min · Montana Avenue
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Turn left onto North 18th Street
128 m · 9 sec · North 18th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 1st Avenue North
1.1 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue North
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Continue on 1st Avenue North
123 m · 9 sec · 1st Avenue North
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Continue on Main Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn slight left onto Roundup Road
44.4 mi · 49 min · Roundup Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn slight left
44.4 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Continue straight
21.5 mi · 32 min
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Continue straight
35.8 mi · 53 min
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Turn left
50 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Turn left
24.7 mi · 28 min
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Turn left onto Indiana Street
1775 ft · 1 min · Indiana Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Indiana Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Billings and Chinook.
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
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50 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Billings and Sunny near Chinook.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Billings to Chinook?
The road trip is about 226.6 miles (364.6 km) and usually takes 05h 10m 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?
Grass Range is a useful midpoint, sitting about 113.2 miles from Billings and 113.3 miles from Chinook.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 196.9 miles (316.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 6:40 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.11 one way or $62.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Billings and Sunny near Chinook.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Billings and Chinook. Straight-line distance: 196.93 mi (316.93 km).
#1 Billings
The most populous city in Montana.
| Population | 117,445 |
| Coordinates | 45.7832900, -108.5006900 |
| Altitude | 952 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chinook
City in Montana
| Population | 1,230 |
| Coordinates | 48.5900000, -109.2312800 |
| Altitude | 740 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chinook (-109.23128, 48.59)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 365 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 49m |
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 | $31.11 | $62.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $33.81 | $67.61 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $36.35 | $72.69 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $43.24 | $86.48 |
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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