How far is Billings, MT from Malta, MT?

The driving distance from Billings, MT to Malta, MT is about 206.6 miles (332.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 180.4 miles (290.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 36m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
206.62 mi
04h 48m
Flight
180.43 mi
290.38 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
180.43 mi
Kilometers
290.38 km
Flight Time
00h 21m

Driving Distance

Road route
206.62 mi
Kilometers
332.53 km
Drive Time
04h 48m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Malta
Thu, Apr 23, 5:58 AM MDT
Return by in Billings
Thu, Apr 23, 10:47 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Billings
2026-04-23T01:10
Arrive Malta
Thu, Apr 23, 5:58 AM MDT
Route Timing
04h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:48 AM to 12:48 PM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:24 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Billings
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Grass Range
MT

Town of the United States

From Billings
103.3 mi
02h 24m
To Malta
103.3 mi
02h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
49°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
29 mph NW
Destination
44°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
29 to 36 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Billings and Malta.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Billings and Malta.

  1. 1

    Start on Montana Avenue

    2446 ft · 1 min · Montana Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North 18th Street

    128 m · 9 sec · North 18th Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto 1st Avenue North

    1.1 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue North

  4. 4

    Continue on 1st Avenue North

    123 m · 9 sec · 1st Avenue North

  5. 5

    Continue on Main Street

    3.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street

  6. 6

    Turn slight left onto Roundup Road

    44.4 mi · 49 min · Roundup Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street

  8. 8

    Turn slight left

    44.4 mi · 1 hr 3 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    21.5 mi · 32 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    90.8 mi · 2 hr 15 min

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Billings and Malta.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Street
117 mi · 56%
Roundup Road
44.4 mi · 22%
1st Avenue North
0.75 mi
Montana Avenue
0.46 mi
North 18th Street
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

Main Street

Continue straight

90.8 mi · 02h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 48m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.2 mi
180.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Grass Range
02h 24m from Billings
Leave By
7:24 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Billings and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Malta.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Billings to Malta?

The road trip is about 206.6 miles (332.5 km) and usually takes 04h 48m 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 103.3 miles from Billings and 103.3 miles from Malta.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 180.4 miles (290.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 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 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.38 one way or $56.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Billings and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Malta.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Billings and Malta. Straight-line distance: 180.43 mi (290.38 km).

Billings

#1 Billings

The most populous city in Montana.

Population117,445
Coordinates45.7832900, -108.5006900
Altitude952
CountryUnited States
Malta

#2 Malta

City in Montana, US

Population1,843
Coordinates48.3597200, -107.8742800
Altitude687
CountryUnited States
Start: Billings (-108.50069, 45.78329)
End: Malta (-107.87428, 48.35972)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 333 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.29 gal
27.6 L · about $28.38
Round trip
$56.76
14.58 gal · 55.2 L
Estimated CO2
64.8 kg one way
Round trip: 129.6 kg / 286 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $28.38 $56.76
Mid-grade $4.23 $30.84 $61.69
Premium $4.55 $33.16 $66.32
Diesel $5.41 $39.45 $78.91

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Montana · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Billings and Malta. The current time is 01:10:46.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.